Des Moines Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5

22001 9th Ave S, Des Moines, WA

Central Des Moines Neighborhood

Highline School District

507 Students

C+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Jenniffer Reinig

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1

Math Proficiency
35%

Reading Proficiency
44%

C+

Academics

B-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

44%

Math Proficiency

35%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

18:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

16.9%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

525:1

Student Diversity

Female

51%

Male

48.8%

Hispanic

28.5%

White

24.2%

Black

15.8%

Two or more races

14.2%

Asian or Pacific Islander

13.3%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

3.8%

School Rankings

#4 Most Diverse Public ES in Washington

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

6/19/2024

I have 3 kids who all went to Des Moines Elementary. All I can say from staff to education is all great. Very involving with family about student needs.

5.0 parent

1/18/2024

All staff and teachers are wonderful and truly care about each and every student. As a parent I feel very welcome and engaged too. Beautiful building and good safety precautions in place.

4.0 parent

2/18/2016

We have a sixth grader who is finishing up her time at Des Moines and a kindergartner who is just getting started. The best things about the school:1) It's a tiny and close knit community. The staff know everyone by name. The parents feelVery comfortable at the school. The kids treat it like an exte...

5.0 parent

4/17/2014

me gusta la Escuela porque los profesores por lo general estan atentos al aprendizaje de nuestros hijos. el personal de la officina como las secretarias, la enfermeria, el principal, la traductora son personas muy amables y atentas en su trabajo. me encantan los programas gratuitos que ofrece la esc...

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List Price Range

$246K - $1.3M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$655,482

Median Lot Size

9,583 Sq Ft

% Renters

48%

Average Household Income

$99,123

% of College Grads

34%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,998 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

67.3%

Homes for Sale

$349,999

2 Beds
1 Bath
827 Sq Ft

21925 7th Ave S
Unit 124

This newly updated top-floor corner unit is in the coveted Spyglass Condominiums! Nestled in downtown Des Moines, you are just moments away from the marina, delectable restaurants, and fantastic retail therapy. Updates include plank flooring in the bedrooms, living, and dining areas, and fresh paint...

Tom Rolph Coldwell Banker Danforth

$370,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,209 Sq Ft

23816 12th Place S
Unit 401
New 6 days ago

Welcome to easy, low-maintenance living in this desirable end-unit townhome-style residence in the heart of Des Moines. Thoughtfully designed with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, this home offers both comfort and functionality in a prime location. The spacious kitchen features warm maple cabinetry and an...

Jamie McAuley eXp Realty

$750,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,116 Sq Ft

21246 15th Ave S

*Listing qualifies for $10,000 down payment assistance grant. Call friendly listing agent for more details!* Welcome home to this fully redesigned, energy-efficient property with space for everything and everyone. This 4-bed, 2.25-bath home offers 2,116 sq ft of comfortable living, featuring a downs...

Matthew Hettler John L. Scott Des Moines

$549,900

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,430 Sq Ft

601 S 227th St
Unit 208N
New 4 days ago

Experience exceptional waterfront living at Mariner Manor, widely regarded as one of the most secure and meticulously kept communities in Des Moines. This luminous 1,430 sq. ft. residence has been carefully updated and maintained, featuring a spacious open-concept layout with two bedrooms, a walk-in...

Elia Hilgenberg COMPASS

$415,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,109 Sq Ft

22508 6th Ave S
Unit 1

Enjoy relaxed coastal living in this inviting 2-bedroom, 1.75-bath condo in Des Moines, just moments from the waterfront and popular local dining. Conveniently located near the scenic Des Moines Marina, you’ll love easy access to marina views, waterfront strolls, and nearby restaurants. This rare si...

Taylor Christensen Real Broker LLC

$395,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,262 Sq Ft

23712 13th Place S
Unit 1006

Tucked into a quiet, well-maintained community, this beautifully updated corner-unit condo offers comfort, space and an unbeatable location. This spacious 2-story home offers 1,262 sq ft with 3 generous size bedrooms and 1.5 baths, providing comfortable living with room to spread out. The inviting l...

Lacie Horton Coldwell Banker Danforth

$340,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
827 Sq Ft

21925 7th Ave S
Unit 101

You don’t just want a condo... you want a lifestyle. Welcome to Spyglass in the heart of downtown Des Moines, where your morning starts with a walk to the marina and your evening ends with dinner at your favorite local spot just minutes from your door. This 2-bedroom home feels warm and elevated the...

Joshua Barnard Real Broker LLC

$515,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,167 Sq Ft

1251 S 230th St

PRICED TO SELL!!! NO HOA and a preferred lender credit available, up to 1% closing costs help! Built in 1920, this well-maintained home has withstood the test of time, offering solid construction paired with thoughtful modern updates. Inside, enjoy the beautiful modern updates to include granite cou...

Danylle Guerrero KW Lake Washington So

$639,950

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,385 Sq Ft

22211 Cliff Ave S
Unit 104
New 24 days ago

180 Views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains define this exceptional one-level waterfront condo, steps from the Des Moines Marina and Des Moines Beach Park. Front-row seat to sailboat races from the nearby yacht club and spectacular sunsets over the Sound and Olympics from your private vie...

George Graham John L. Scott, Inc

$299,500

2 Beds
1 Bath
981 Sq Ft

21925 7th Ave S
Unit 103

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo offering 981 sq ft of comfortable, stylish living. The kitchen shines with granite countertops and newer appliances, including a one-year-old convection oven and refrigerator, plus a full-wall pantry with convenient pull-out drawers—pe...

Kellie Vanessen John L. Scott, Inc.

$269,990

2 Beds
2 Baths
770 Sq Ft

23405 16th Place S
Unit C104

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained ground-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in the heart of Des Moines. This move-in-ready unit features fresh interior paint, oak cabinetry, a private patio with a side yard, and peaceful greenbelt views. Recent upgrades include a brand-new dishwasher and wa...

Paranee Judd Skyline Properties, Inc.

$229,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
645 Sq Ft

1020 S 230th St
Unit B108

Updated and move-in ready! This ground-floor 2 bed/1 bath condo features new stainless steel appliances, fresh paint, and spacious bedrooms. Enjoy a cozy wood-burning fireplace in cooler months and your own private patio in the summer. Just minutes from the Des Moines Marina, shopping, trails, Highl...

Jennifer Thompson KW Mountains to Sound Realty

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Homes for Rent

$1,295 - $1,850 per month

Chelsea By the Bay
Studio - 2 Beds
1 Bath
462+ Sq Ft

1823 S Kent Des Moines Rd
Des Moines, WA

Chelsea by the Bay is located minutes from the scenic Des Moines waterfront and Puget Sound. Enjoy our renovated swimming pool, play in our sports court, or take a stroll along the bay. Our community is conveniently located near I-5, Light Link Rail, and minutes from waterfront fun and fine dining o...

$1,500 - $1,950 per month

Bayview Meadows Apartments
1 - 2 Beds
1-2 Baths
560+ Sq Ft

1835 S 216th St
Des Moines, WA

A quiet 72-unit pet-friendly community, within walking distance to the post office, library, and trail. Conveniently located to major freeways (I-5, I-405, and 167) and public transit.

$1,729 - $2,319 per month

Spinnaker Apartments
1 - 2 Beds
1-2 Baths
652+ Sq Ft

1145 S 216th St
Des Moines, WA

Spinnaker Apartments is situated in a park-like setting with beautifully landscaped grounds, yet just minutes away from many major services. We offer well-designed one and two bedroom homes featuring wood burning fireplaces, in-home washer and dryer, wood style flooring and so much more! Relax in ou...

$3,095 per month

Arbors of Des Moines
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,215 Sq Ft

21403-21515 12th Ave S
Des Moines, WA

The Arbors Townhomes offer spacious floorplans that provide living room with gas fireplace, private patio and small yard, lots of storage, and primary bedroom with walk-in closet. From the moment you pull into your large two car garage until the time you retire to your bedroom, you'll feel right at ...

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B+

River Ridge Elementary School

K to 12th
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A-

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Marine View Park

Picnic Area
Trails
Beach

Angle Lake Park

Beach
Playground
Waterpark

Des Moines Park

Grandview Dog Park

Dog Park
Trails
Parking Lot

Robert Morris Earthwork

Trails
Events
Nature Center

Water Tower Park

Trails
Playground

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Washington King County Des Moines 98198 Central Des Moines

Des Moines Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Des Moines, WA and is served by the Highline School District in Washington. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 507 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 35% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44% are proficient in reading. Des Moines Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $655,482. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mount Rainier High School, River Ridge Elementary School, Satellite High School, and more. Learn more about what Des Moines has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Des Moines Elementary School.

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