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Weeks Middle School — School Profile & District Info

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

Des Moines, IA 50315

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School Profile

Grades
6–8
Enrollment
668
Student:Teacher
16.3:1
Locale
Urban
Econ. Disadvantaged
77.7%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
43%
5th percentile in IA
Math Proficiency
39%
4th percentile in IA
Chronic Absenteeism
28.3%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.2:1
Near 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)

688
Current enrollment
Declining(-11% 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 Weeks Middle School

As of the most recent data, 668 students are enrolled at Weeks Middle School. It is a Middle school within the local district.