MCCOMBS MIDDLE SCHOOL

McCombs Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Des Moines Independent Comm School District school district, located in Des Moines, IA with about 733 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 47 teachers, McCombs Middle 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.

McCombs Middle School is a public school serving grades 6–8 within the Des Moines Public Schools district. Located on the south side of Des Moines, the school is situated in a residential area, providing a central educational hub for families in the surrounding neighborhoods. The school emphasizes a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and high school readiness, focusing on core academic subjects while encouraging social and emotional development during these formative adolescent years.

In addition to its academic programming, McCombs Middle School fosters a diverse learning environment that reflects the broader Des Moines community. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs intended to help students explore their interests and build a sense of belonging. With a commitment to inclusivity and student success, the staff at McCombs strives to prepare its student body for the rigors of high school while promoting values of citizenship, responsibility, and lifelong learning.

For more information, contact McCombs Middle School at (515) 242-8447 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.