MEREDITH MIDDLE SCHOOL

Meredith 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 805 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 53 teachers, Meredith 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.

Meredith Middle School, located at 4827 Madison Ave in Des Moines, Iowa, is a key secondary education institution serving the Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) district. The school is known for its diverse student body and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical developmental years of early adolescence, offering a curriculum designed to prepare students for the academic rigors of high school while addressing their social and emotional growth.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Meredith Middle School is deeply integrated into the local community and participates in district-wide initiatives aimed at student achievement and engagement. The school provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and clubs, which serve to round out the student experience. By emphasizing a supportive school culture and collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and the community, Meredith strives to provide a stable foundation that encourages students to excel both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Meredith Middle School at (515) 242-7250 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.