Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Findley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Findley Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Motto
Building big dreamers and high achievers.
Findley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Findley Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1051 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
27%
13%
Black
20%
7%
White
27%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Findley Elementary School's ranking?
Findley Elementary School is ranked #1051 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Findley Elementary School often compared to?
Findley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillis Elementary School, Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Findley Elementary School?
284 students attend Findley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Findley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Findley Elementary School?
Findley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Findley Elementary School offer ?
Findley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Findley Elementary School part of?
Findley Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Findley Elementary School located?
Findley Elementary School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Des Moines, IA. There are 2 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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