HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Howe Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Des Moines Independent Comm School District school district, located in Des Moines, IA with about 308 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Howe Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Howe Elementary School, located at 2900 Indianola Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa, is a public school serving the south side of the city as part of the Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) district. The school is known for being a neighborhood-focused institution that serves a diverse student population, providing foundational education from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As a central fixture in the Indianola Hills/McKinley neighborhood, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of elementary-aged children.

Like many schools within the DMPS system, Howe Elementary is committed to fostering academic growth through a comprehensive curriculum that includes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school frequently engages with its surrounding community to provide students with additional resources, extracurricular opportunities, and a sense of belonging. With its dedicated staff and focus on student well-being, Howe strives to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Howe Elementary at (515) 242-8413 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.