Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fairmeadows Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairmeadows Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Fairmeadows Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairmeadows Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#616 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
9%
7%
White
63%
70%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmeadows Elementary School's ranking?
Fairmeadows Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Fairmeadows Elementary School often compared to?
Fairmeadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Hills Elementary School, Cowles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Fairmeadows Elementary School?
542 students attend Fairmeadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Fairmeadows Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairmeadows Elementary School?
Fairmeadows Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairmeadows Elementary School offer ?
Fairmeadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairmeadows Elementary School part of?
Fairmeadows Elementary School is part of West Des Moines Comm School District.
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