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Merrill Middle School — School Profile & District Info
Middle|Des Moines, Iowa|Des Moines Independent Comm School District|Last audited: Not yet synced
Des Moines, IA 50312
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School Profile
School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
67%
37th percentile in IA
Math Proficiency
59%
31th percentile in IA
Chronic Absenteeism
7.3%
SY 2019-20
Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)
Gifted & Talented
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.8:1
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)
657
Current enrollment
Declining(-16% 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
EventFull School Calendar 2025-26
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Middle School
Merrill Middle School currently enrolls 651 students across Middle grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in IA.