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Brody Middle School — School Profile & District Info

Middle|Des Moines, Iowa|Des Moines Independent Comm School District|Last audited: Not yet synced

Des Moines, IA 50321

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School Profile

Grades
6–8
Enrollment
598
Student:Teacher
18.7:1
Locale
Urban
Econ. Disadvantaged
64.5%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
48%
9th percentile in IA
Math Proficiency
51%
20th percentile in IA
Chronic Absenteeism
30.4%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Student-Teacher Ratio: 19.2:1
Worse than average in IA

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$15,518
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 16%State 54%Local 30%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$287,903
+1.5% YoY
Des Moines, IA metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

641
Current enrollment
Declining(-12% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Aug 14, 2026
Professional Development Days
Staff Day
Mon, Aug 24, 2026
First Day of School for Students
Event
Wed, Sep 2, 2026
First Day for Preschool
Event

Full School Calendar 2025-26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brody Middle School

Enrollment at Brody Middle School stands at 598 students. The school is a Middle institution in the local district.