These are some of the top-rated public schools in Des Moines based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Des Moines Independent Community School District
31,720 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 62 schools -
West Des Moines Community School District
9,248 students | WEST DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 14 schools -
Southeast Polk Community School District
7,139 students | ALTOONA, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 11 schools -
Saydel Community School District
1,309 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 3 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Des Moines
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March 25, 2024
If you hate your child bring them here.
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Mccombs Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
March 25, 2024
Great school, and great support for students
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Hoover High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
March 25, 2024
Hoover is working hard to include support from the community to help their students feel a sense of belonging. The principal works hard with the staff to help students know they are valued. For... More
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Hoover High School
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