High Schools in Des Moines Independent Community School District

The Des Moines Independent Community School District operates 6 high schools serving grades 9-12 in the Des Moines, Iowa area. These schools exhibit a range of academic performance, with Roosevelt High School consistently outperforming the district and state averages, while East High School and North High School generally have the lowest proficiency rates.

Despite the varying academic performance, all 6 high schools in the district share a consistent 88.3% four-year graduation rate and 21.6% chronic absenteeism rate. The schools also differ significantly in their student demographics, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 47.92% at Roosevelt High School to 75.03% at North High School. Spending per student also varies, from $14,829 at Roosevelt High School to $17,790 at Hoover High School.

The Virtual Campus, as a virtual high school, stands out with the lowest student-teacher ratio and relatively high proficiency rates in English Language Arts. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive view of the high schools within the Des Moines Independent Community School District, highlighting both areas of strength and opportunities for improvement in supporting the academic success of all students.