Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Park Ave Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 408 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 63%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50% in IA
Math Proficiency
: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Park Ave Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Ave Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Park Ave Elementary School?
408 students attend Park Ave Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Park Ave Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Ave Elementary School?
Park Ave Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park Ave Elementary School offer ?
Park Ave Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Park Ave Elementary School part of?
In what neighborhood is Park Ave Elementary School located?
Park Ave Elementary School is located in the Indianola Hills neighborhood of Des Moines, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Indianola Hills.
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My child has excelled at this wonderful and diverse school. The fact that they lock the doors during the day has left us feeling so much safer. The teachers have had great communication and so far we have never had bully issues. My child has a severe food allergy and every teacher and the nurse have taken it seriously and always check. I feel lucky that after 3 years here we still feel so good about the experience. They try very hard here, and they are truly a good school. I think bad reviews may be coming from the parents just not communicating properly. This is a good school in our community.
- Posted by Parent - Caringmom
110/9/2020
This is my child 3rd yr at this school. All I Can say is rude no concern will not give my child the time of day.
- Posted by Parent - Alex
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 408 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 63%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
