Serving 311 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stowe 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stowe Elementary School's student population of 311 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Come Here. Become Here.
School Rankings
Stowe 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 Stowe Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1199 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
35%
13%
Black
19%
7%
White
35%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stowe Elementary School's ranking?
Stowe Elementary School is ranked #1199 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Stowe Elementary School often compared to?
Stowe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brubaker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Stowe Elementary School?
311 students attend Stowe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Stowe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stowe Elementary School?
Stowe Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stowe Elementary School offer ?
Stowe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stowe Elementary School part of?
Stowe Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Stowe Elementary School located?
Stowe Elementary School is located in the Grays Woods neighborhood of Des Moines, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Grays Woods.
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