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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
33,623 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK-12 | 62 schools -
West Des Moines Community School District
9,223 students | WEST DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK-12 | 13 schools -
Southeast Polk Community School District
7,203 students | PLEASANT HILL, IA
Grades PK-12 | 11 schools -
Saydel Community School District
1,359 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK-12 | 3 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Des Moines
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Parent / Guardian
March 25, 2022
There are numerous barriers for most DMPS families to get in this school. The best way to in is to enroll your 3 year-old, but you have to be able to afford 3 year-old preschool. There is no... More
Review for
Cowles Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
March 17, 2022
Overall, our time at Park Avenue has been wonderful. Is there bullying? Yes, but my child’s teachers have never hesitated to reach out to me when there is an issue.
Review for
Park Ave Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
February 22, 2022
The school is very great but we need better food! Here are some examples like traditional food so Burmese food, Japanese food, Mexican food and etc. We would also like you guys to add some sauces to... More
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Samuelson Elementary School
