GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Greenwood Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Des Moines Independent Comm School District school district, located in Des Moines, IA with about 283 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 18 teachers, Greenwood Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Greenwood Elementary School is a prominent public school located in the charming Greenwood neighborhood of Des Moines, Iowa. Serving students in the surrounding community, the school is known for its strong focus on academic excellence, character development, and creating a supportive, inclusive environment. It benefits from a prime location near the Des Moines Art Center and Greenwood Park, which provides students with unique opportunities for outdoor learning and community engagement.
The school is part of the Des Moines Public Schools district and is recognized for its commitment to providing a well-rounded education. With a dedicated faculty and staff, Greenwood emphasizes individualized instruction and fosters a culture where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. Through a blend of rigorous curriculum and enrichment programs, the school strives to prepare its diverse student body for future success while maintaining a close-knit, neighborhood-focused atmosphere.
For more information, contact Greenwood Elementary School at (515) 242-8410 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8410
GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Des Moines, IA with about 283 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Iowa
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 283
- Teachers:
- 18.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 283 students
- White
- 55.5%
- Black or African American
- 16.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.2%
- Two or more races
- 9.5%
- Asian
- 2.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.