South Union Elementary School
#124
Best Student:Teacher Ratio in Iowa
442
Students
11.9:1
S:T Ratio
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Key metrics at a glanceStudent-Teacher Ratiostudents per teacher
12:1
A
Excellent
Graduation Rate
72%
A-
Good
This Week at South Union – April 15, 2026
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Address
4201 South Union, Des Moines, IA 50315
Phone
(515)242-8409
District
Des Moines Independent Community School District
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