BRODY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Brody Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Des Moines Independent Comm School District school district, located in Des Moines, IA with about 770 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 43 teachers, Brody Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Brody Middle School is a public school located in the Beaverdale neighborhood of Des Moines, Iowa, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) district, the school focuses on creating a supportive academic environment that prepares students for the transition to high school. The campus is well-regarded for its diverse student body and its commitment to fostering a community that emphasizes both social-emotional development and rigorous academic standards.

Beyond its core curriculum, Brody Middle School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, music programs, and various student clubs, which allow students to explore their interests and build leadership skills. The school is deeply integrated into the local Des Moines community, often hosting events and initiatives that encourage parent and neighborhood involvement. With a dedicated faculty and a focus on inclusive learning, Brody aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that addresses the unique needs of its adolescent learners.

For more information, contact Brody Middle School at (515) 242-8443 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2501 Park Ave
Des Moines, IA 50321
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BRODY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Des Moines, IA with about 770 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
770
Teachers:
43.3
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
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 770 students

White
54.7%
Hispanic/Latino
24.4%
Black or African American
9.6%
Two or more races
7.5%
Asian
3.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
54.9%
Male
45.1%

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.