Meredith Middle School

Meredith Middle School boasts creative minds with much artistic talent.

Meredith Middle School serves students in grades 6th - 8th.

Meredith Middle School shares a football field with the high school next door.

Meredith Middle School utilizes the sports fields of the high school next door.

Meredith Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8

4827 Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA

Meredith Neighborhood

Des Moines Independent Community School District

675 Students

C-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1

Math Proficiency
51%

Reading Proficiency
59%

C-

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

59%

Math Proficiency

51%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 17:1 Teachers 40	Full Time Teachers 40
Teachers in First or Second Year 3.7%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

389:1

Student Diversity

Female 51.9%	Male 48.1%
Black 33.1%	White 21.9%
Hispanic 20.4%	Asian 15.8%
Two or more races 7.7%	Native American <1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%

School Rankings

#2 Most Diverse Public MS in Iowa

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 parent

9/13/2024

teachers will blame you and accuse you of something you didnt do even if you show them that u didnt do it.

1.0 other

7/5/2020

horrible, honestly. unless you have no hope for your kid or you want them to have interesting stories instead of an actual education, don’t enroll your kids here.

2.0 parent

5/27/2015

Some teacher and students at Meredith are occansionly rude. It kinda suck that teachers judge you base on the way they see you. For one example, just because I'm quiet doesn't mean I don't know English. Just because I don't look "normal" doesn't mean that you have to act like I'm from another planet...

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List Price Range

$166K - $564K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$290,480

Median Lot Size

10,890 Sq Ft

% Renters

43%

Average Household Income

$82,098

% of College Grads

28.4%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,463 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

60.2%

Homes for Sale

$185,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,217 Sq Ft

1727 Mondamin Ave

Welcome home! This charming 3 bed, 2 bath home is filled with unique features and thoughtful spaces throughout. As you enter, you're greeted by a convenient mudroom surrounded by vinyl windows, allowing for an abundance of natural light. Inside, stunning natural hardwood floors flow through the main...

Brooklin Griffis

RE/MAX Precision

(515) 466-5038

$140,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,102 Sq Ft

1946 Franklin Ave

Welcome to 1946 Franklin Ave, a home that’s been thoughtfully refreshed from top to bottom. Inside, you’ll find new flooring, new appliances, completely updated bathrooms and kitchen, accompanied by fresh paint, updated trim, and clean bright spaces throughout.The main level offers an open l...

Darson Grantham

Keller Williams Realty GDM

(515) 855-6496

$280,000

Studio
4 Baths
1,890 Sq Ft

3903 Oakshire Rd

Investor opportunity or owner-occupant dream, this solid brick multi-family in Des Moines checks all the boxes! The main level features spacious living areas, a functional oak kitchen, multiple bedrooms, and a full bath, all with great natural light throughout. The lower level adds even more potenti...

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Keller Williams Realty GDM

(515) 466-5452

$182,500

2 Beds
1 Bath
720 Sq Ft

2522 38th St

Charming Beaverdale bungalow within walking distance of shopping, Ashby Park, and nearby trails. This well-maintained home features many major updates, including a new roof and siding (2024), furnace (2020), central A/C (2021), and a radon mitigation system. Hardwood floors run throughout the main l...

Maria Torres

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

(515) 800-2236

$290,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,750 Sq Ft

4316 41st St

INCREDIBLE PRICE ON THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME!!! Tucked away on a quiet, low-traffic street on Des Moines’ desirable northwest side near Beaverdale, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and functionality. Beautiful hardwood floors add warmth and charm throug...

Ross Peterson

Agency Iowa

(515) 654-5860

$239,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,239 Sq Ft

4111 40th St

Welcome home to this beautifully updated ranch in the highly sought-after Lower Beaver neighborhood! Offering the perfect blend of character, comfort, and future potential, this home features a remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stunning hardwood floors, and three generously sized be...

Kinsey Coppock NextHome Journey

$335,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,323 Sq Ft

4429 Lower Beaver Rd

Beautiful 4 bedroom ranch townhome located in lower beaver and central to everything Des Moines has to offer. You'll love everything about this floor plan offering exactly what you've been looking for! The main level boasts an immense open concept kitchen and living room with a trayed ceiling, gas f...

Jamie Lewton RE/MAX Concepts

$220,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,098 Sq Ft

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Looking for a cash-flowing rental with zero lease-up risk? This fully remodeled 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in DesMoines' desirable Northwest submarket is ready to perform from day one. Completely renovated inside in 2023, this Colonial-style home combines classic 1896 character arched detailing,...

Lora Olerich Heartland Realty

$165,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
864 Sq Ft

1625 22nd St
New 8 days ago

This charming Des Moines bungalow offers 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom on the main level plus a finished non-conforming bedroom in the basement. The main level features 864 sq. ft. of comfortable living space, an inviting living room, updated flooring, and an enclosed front porch that provides additional ...

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$185,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,565 Sq Ft

1903 Mondamin Ave

This beautifully updated, turnkey home features brand-new interior paint, a brand-new roof, restored hardwood floors in the living room and dining room and a remodeled kitchen with updated modern appliances. Enjoy seamless remote work or streaming with the property already fully wired for Google Fib...

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$223,500

3 Beds
1 Bath
864 Sq Ft

2525 27th St

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$279,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,415 Sq Ft

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New 8 days ago

102 years of character and charm in the heart of Beaverdale! This inviting 1½-story home offers the perfect blend of classic details and comfortable living, all within walking distance of neighborhood favorites. Step inside to a light-filled living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace and beautif...

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$650 - $775 per month

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1 Bath
500+ Sq Ft

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Des Moines, IA

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1 Bath
800 Sq Ft

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Crossroad Apartments
1 - 2 Beds
1 Bath
750+ Sq Ft

3720 57th St
Des Moines, IA

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Village Green Apartments- 4532 Douglas
2 Beds
2 Baths
800 Sq Ft

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Des Moines, IA

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1 - 2 Beds
1 Bath
516+ Sq Ft

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1-2 Baths

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$950 per month

House for Rent
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1 Bath
800 Sq Ft

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1 Bath

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1 Bath
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2 Beds
1 Bath
950 Sq Ft

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$1,250 per month

House for Rent
2 Beds
1 Bath
672 Sq Ft

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Charming 2-bedroom ranch in great condition and just minutes to Merle Hay Mall and other restaurants/stores. Enjoy the nicely finished wood floors and tiled bathroom flooring. One car detached garage. Washer and Dryer not maintained by owner. Tenant must have renter's insurance during tenancy....

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2 Beds
1 Bath
766 Sq Ft

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Des Moines, IA

Located walking distance to Drake University, just North of Drake Stadium, this charming 2 bedroom 1 bathroom home has hardwood flooring throughout. At the front of the home is the large living room, and towards the back you'll find the large eat-in kitchen that includes a fridge, gas stove, microwa...

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Hoover High School

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Westchester Park

Grills
Picnic Area
Playground

Ashby Park

Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis

Woodlawn Park

Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area

Ray Schleihs Park

Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails

Sycamore Wildlife Area

Bike Trails
Fishing
Trails

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Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50310 Meredith

Meredith Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Des Moines, IA and is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District in Iowa. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 675 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 51% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 59% are proficient in reading. Meredith Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $290,480. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hoover High School, Urbandale High School, Roosevelt High School, and more. Learn more about what Des Moines has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Meredith Middle School.

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