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Capitol View Elementary School

320 E. 16th
Des Moines, IA 50316
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Capitol View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 545 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50% in IA
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Capitol View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

Capitol View Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Come Here. Become Here.

School Rankings

Capitol View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capitol View Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#1196 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
38%
68%
41%
70%
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
53%
13%
Black
19%
7%
White
20%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Capitol View Elementary School's ranking?
Capitol View Elementary School is ranked #1196 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Capitol View Elementary School?
545 students attend Capitol View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Capitol View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitol View Elementary School?
Capitol View Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Capitol View Elementary School offer ?
Capitol View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitol View Elementary School part of?
Capitol View Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Capitol View Elementary School located?
Capitol View Elementary School is located in the Capitol East neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 545 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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