(515) 242-8430
4301 College
Des Moines, IA 50311
Levels: PK-5
District: Des Moines Independent Comm School District
Perkins Elementary School Census Data
Census Info
Value
Year
White, non-Hispanic:
49.45%
(2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:
13.85%
(2008)
Hispanic:
30.99%
(2008)
Asian/Pacific Islander:
4.62%
(2008)
Native American or Native Alaskan:
1.1%
(2008)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:
59.78%
(2008)
Student Teacher Ratio:
14.7%
(2008)
Perkins Elementary School Ratings Summary
Average Quality Rating
4
Average Principals Rating
4
Average Teachers Rating
4
Average Parents Rating
5
Average Safety Rating
4
Perkins Elementary School Reviews
Quality Score: 5 Post Date:2007-01-14
“At first I thought most of Des Moines Schools did not challenge kids enough but then when I transferred to Perkins everything changed. They have magnificent teachers,they have fun out of school activities, and they give students a chance to challenge there self. I am really good at math and at Perkins they put my brain to work instead of teaching me things I already knew. But what really astonished me at this school was their gym teacher,Mr.Randell,he was awesome he always kept the kids active and was strict so kids did not run off doing whatever they wanted. I always looked forward to gym days!! I just want to say Perkins truly changed my life.” This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4 Post Date:2006-10-29
“I was skeptical of the Des Moines school district because of prior experience, but have found Perkins Academy to be a bright spot where there is an active PTA and a fairly close community of teachers. It seems plain, but beyond the culture of the educational environment, the two most important factors is the relationship that develops between your child and their teacher and the level of effectiveness the teacher is able to reach in leading the students in their class. This has been pretty decent for the 3 years that I've had children open-enrolled into Perkins.” This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 2 Post Date:2005-12-15
“So far, my experience with this school is *not* wonderful. The teachers are not particularly open-minded to change and the principal seems to keep herself removed - other than as an administrator. There is a lot of talk - but little action.” This review was posted by a parent.
This review was posted by a parent.