Perkins Elementary School
Grades: K-5
Students: 438
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 14:1
Student-Counselor
Ratio: 395:1
Certified Teachers: 100%
4301 College
Des Moines, IA 50311
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-8430
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
4/10
2/10
NA
Academic ProgressNA
College Readiness7/10
Read what parents are saying about Perkins Elementary School
As a past student, this is by far the worst school I’ve ever been to. Teachers didn’t know how to handle students, and nothing was learned. One fourth grade teacher was known for weight shaming students, and in fifth grade students were assigned to come up with a dieting plan as part of a “health an
Posted by a community member on 5/23/2023I open enrolled my kindergartner here this year. He can already READ sight words, do basic math problems, and overall has a thirst for learning because of Perkins! His teacher is amazing. She is fun yet the kids know when she means business! The overall atmosphere of the school is fantastic. I plan
Posted by a parent on 9/22/2017I have two children currently attending Perkins Academy. When looking for a home in the Des Moines area, my wife and I were told the only "good" education would be outside of the DMPS district. I knew those people were wrong, and Perkins Academy is the proof. Both of my children thrive at Perkins. T
Posted by a parent on 3/3/2015This school doesn't contact parents when they are put into different classes, you have to approach the teacher to get any information about your child. They don't send anything specific home about your child. The principal isn't present much, they are suppose to be a high quality school and my daugh
Posted by a parent on 1/31/2014Nearby Schools
Browse other schools near Perkins Elementary SchoolDes Moines schools - Perkins Elementary School is located at 4301 College, Des Moines IA 50311. Perkins Elementary School is in the Des Moines Independent Community School District. Perkins Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K-5.
