Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hubbell 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 66% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hubbell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hubbell Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hubbell 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 Hubbell Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#826 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
16%
7%
White
59%
70%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hubbell Elementary School's ranking?
Hubbell Elementary School is ranked #826 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Hubbell Elementary School often compared to?
Hubbell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perkins Elementary School, Hillis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Hubbell Elementary School?
362 students attend Hubbell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hubbell Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hubbell Elementary School?
Hubbell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hubbell Elementary School offer ?
Hubbell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hubbell Elementary School part of?
Hubbell Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Hubbell Elementary School located?
Hubbell Elementary School is located in the Waveland Park neighborhood of Des Moines, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Waveland Park.
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