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East High School — School Profile & District Info
High|Des Moines, Iowa|Des Moines Independent Comm School District|Last audited: Not yet synced
Des Moines, IA 50316
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School Profile
School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
51%
11th percentile in IA
Math Proficiency
38%
4th percentile in IA
Graduation Rate
72%
Chronic Absenteeism
48.9%
SY 2019-20
Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)
AP Program
8 courses offered
Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Athletics
18 sports offered
Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
Worse than average in IADistrict 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)
1,952
Current enrollment
Stable(-7% 5yr)Coming Up
Fri, Aug 14, 2026
Professional Development Days
Staff DayMon, Aug 24, 2026
First Day of School for Students
EventWed, Sep 2, 2026
First Day for Preschool
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Frequently Asked Questions about East High School
Enrollment at East High School stands at 2,014 students. The school is a High institution in the local district.