Academic Resources for Des Moines Independent Community School District
Varsity Tutors serves students in Des Moines Independent Community School District, a public school district serving the Des Moines area in Iowa. The district educates 30,560 students across 60 schools.
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Schools30,560
Total Students60
Schools72%
Graduation Rate1180
Avg SAT23
Avg ACT15:1
Student-Teacher RatioThe K–12 Academic Journey in Des Moines Independent Community School District
What to expect at each stage—and where students commonly need extra support.
Focus & Milestones
Building foundations in reading, writing, and math
- Learn to read (K-2)
- Read to learn (3-5)
- Multiplication mastery
- Middle school readiness
Common Pressure Points
Where students often need extra support:
- 13rd grade reading transition
- 2Math facts fluency
- 3Fractions in 4th-5th grade
Testing & Assessments
Important tests at this level:
- IA State Assessment (Grades 3-5)
Schools & Academic Resources
Find school and grade-specific tutoring for Des Moines Independent Community School District students, school information, and other academic resources.
Elementary Schools
Foundational learning with personalized tutoring supportMiddle Schools
Transition support with subject-specific tutoringHigh Schools
Advanced academics with college prep tutoringOther Schools
Alternative & Special ProgramsDistrict Performance
72%
Students graduating on time1180
Combined score23
Composite score$14,802
Annual expenditureSupporting Families in Des Moines Independent Community School District
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