SAMUELSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Samuelson Elementary School 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 449 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 31 teachers, Samuelson Elementary School 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.

Samuelson Elementary School, located on Bel-Aire Road in Des Moines, Iowa, is a public school serving students in the Des Moines Independent Community School District. The school is known for its commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive learning environment, focusing on foundational academic skills while fostering the social-emotional development of its diverse student body. Like many schools in the district, Samuelson emphasizes community involvement and partnerships to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.

The school offers a structured curriculum designed to meet state standards, with dedicated programs aimed at literacy, mathematics, and science. Beyond core academics, Samuelson places a strong value on building a positive school culture where students are encouraged to be respectful, responsible, and safe. Through a combination of supportive teaching staff, parent engagement, and extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to prepare its young learners for a successful transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Samuelson Elementary School at (515) 242-8441 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.