Overview
Hillis Elementary School is a public school in Des Moines, IA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 41 elementary schools in Des Moines Independent Community School District.
School Rating
Hillis Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Iowa with the same grade levels.
ACADEMICS
Test Scores
These scores reflect how well students at this school perform on state-required tests.
Parent Tip
Test scores are important to look at because they indicate where students are performing compared to grade-level standards. Ask the school what it's doing to help students who are behind. Understand what on-track learning looks like, and explore higher-performing schools in your area to find the best opportunities for your child to succeed.
ACADEMICS
Courses & Programs
The list below is a sample of available courses at this school.
ACADEMICS
Race/Ethnicity
These 5 tips to start a conversation at your school about helping all students succeed.
ACADEMICS
ACADEMICS
Students With Disabilities
This section reflects how well this school serves students with disabilities.
STUDENT LIFE
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
STUDENT LIFE
About the School
8 Reviews
Neighborhood
2401 56th Street
Des Moines, IA 50310
School leader: Ms Tiffany O'Hara
Nearby Schools
-
Larraine Murray Day Care0.24 milesPrivate; PK
-
First Assembly Of God Cdc0.27 milesPrivate; PK
-
Mt Olive Lutheran School0.31 milesPrivate; PK-8
-
St. Andrews Play School0.42 milesPrivate; PK
-
Grace Kids Care Center0.49 milesPrivate; PK
-
Cowles Pre-School0.82 milesPrivate; PK, K
-
Cowles Elementary School0.82 milesPublic district; PK, K-8
-
Teddy Bear Town0.91 milesPrivate; PK
-
Moore Elementary School0.92 milesPublic district; K-5
-
Van Meter Jr-Sr High School14.67 milesPublic district; 9-12
-
Northview Middle School9.84 milesPublic district; 8-9
-
Altoona Elementary School11.85 milesPublic district; PK, K-5
-
Centennial Elementary School12.29 milesPublic district; PK, K-5
-
Crossroads Park Elementary School4.55 milesPublic district; K-6
-
Woodward-Granger Elementary School11.98 milesPublic district; 2-5
-
Dallas Center Elementary14.45 milesPublic district; K-4
-
Walnut Hills Elementary School7.38 milesPublic district; K-5
-
Carlisle High School13.39 milesPublic district; 9-12
-
Heritage Elementary7.75 milesPublic district; PK, K-4