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Carver Elementary — School Profile & District Info

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

Des Moines, IA 50316

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School Profile

Grades
PK–5
Enrollment
419
Student:Teacher
12:1
Locale
Urban
Econ. Disadvantaged
87.3%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
24%
0
Math Proficiency
30%
1th percentile in IA
Chronic Absenteeism
23.4%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.1:1
Better 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)

436
Current enrollment
Stable(-5% 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 Carver Elementary

As of the most recent data, 419 students are enrolled at Carver Elementary. It is a Primary school within the local district.