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Willard Elementary School — School Profile & District Info

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

Des Moines, IA 50317

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School Profile

Grades
K–5
Enrollment
282
Student:Teacher
11.8:1
Locale
Urban
Econ. Disadvantaged
81.9%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
50-54%
Math Proficiency
50-54%
Chronic Absenteeism
21.9%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.8:1
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)

247
Current enrollment
Declining(-24% 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 Willard Elementary School

Willard Elementary School has a total enrollment of 282 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Des Moines, IA.