INDIAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Indian Hills Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the West Des Moines Comm School District school district, located in Clive, IA with about 631 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 51 teachers, Indian Hills Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Indian Hills Junior High School is a prominent middle-level educational institution located in Clive, Iowa, serving students in grades 7 through 9. As part of the West Des Moines Community School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment that bridges the transition from elementary school to high school. The campus emphasizes a "middle school philosophy," focusing on the social, emotional, and intellectual development of adolescents by encouraging collaborative learning, critical thinking, and character building.

Beyond its core curriculum, Indian Hills offers a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led clubs. These opportunities are designed to help students explore their interests and build a sense of community within the school. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and student well-being, the school utilizes its resources—supported by the district’s broader infrastructure—to prepare its student body for success in their future secondary education and beyond.

For more information, contact Indian Hills Junior High School at (515) 633-4700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.