Focus Elementary School serves 10 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 70% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
10 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
70%
7%
White
30%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Focus Elementary School?
10 students attend Focus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Focus Elementary School students are Black, and 30% of students are White.
What grades does Focus Elementary School offer ?
Focus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Focus Elementary School part of?
Focus Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Community School District.
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex 51±¬ÁÏs are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.
