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Willard Elementary School

Des Moines, Iowa · Grades K to 5 · Des Moines Independent Comm School District

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About Willard Elementary School

Willard Elementary School serves kindergarten through grade 5 as a public school in Des Moines, Iowa. It reported 247 students in 2024-25. That makes it one of the smaller public and charter elementary schools in Des Moines. There are about 10.4 students for every full-time-equivalent teacher (23.8 teachers in all). Federal locale data places it in a midsize city, in Polk County. It is one of 54 schools in Des Moines Independent Comm School District. Families comparing options will find 40 other schools within 5 miles.

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School facts

Address	2941 Dean Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50317
Phone	(515) 242-8439
School district	Des Moines Independent Comm School District
Grades	K to 5
Students (2024-25)	247
Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25)	23.8
Students per teacher	10.4
Charter school	No
School type	Regular
Level	Elementary
Locale (NCES)	City, midsize, Polk County

Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 190897000585). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.

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Frequently asked questions

What grades does Willard Elementary School serve?

Willard Elementary School serves kindergarten through grade 5.

How many students attend Willard Elementary School?

Willard Elementary School reported 247 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Willard Elementary School?

About 10.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 247 students and 23.8 teachers in federal data.

Is Willard Elementary School a public or charter school?

Willard Elementary School is a traditional public (non-charter) school.

What school district is Willard Elementary School in?

Willard Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District. See all schools in this district at https://parentschoolreview.com/districts/ia/des-moines-independent-comm-school-district/

Where is Willard Elementary School located?

Willard Elementary School is at 2941 Dean Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50317. The phone number is (515) 242-8439.

How many other schools are near Willard Elementary School?

There are 40 other schools within 5 miles of Willard Elementary School in our directory.