Overview

Western Hills Elementary School is a public school in West Des Moines, IA, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 8 elementary schools in West Des Moines Community School District.

School Rating

Western Hills Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Iowa with the same grade levels.
6/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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Students With Disabilities

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School


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Neighborhood

600 39th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50265
School leader: Ms Jenna Pressley
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