Ames Comm School District

District Overview
Located at 2005 24th Street in Ames, Iowa, the Ames Community School District serves as a vibrant educational hub within a small-city setting. As a traditional, fully operational public school system, the district administers eight schools offering a continuous educational pathway from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Currently enrolling over 4,700 students across its primary and secondary programs, the district provides a dynamic academic environment tailored to support the intellectual and personal growth of learners at every developmental stage.

To maintain high educational standards and foster student success, the district is backed by a robust staffing network totaling more than 1,260 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated workforce includes approximately 675 full-time equivalent teachers, over 130 instructional aides, and nearly 460 support staff members, ensuring that students receive comprehensive classroom instruction, individualized guidance, and strong operational support. Families, students, and researchers interested in learning more about the district's programs and community initiatives can explore resources online at amescsd.org or contact the administrative office directly at (515) 268-6600.
8
Total Schools
4,728
Total Students
674.6
Full-Time Teachers
7.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ames Comm School District
Demographic Student Count
White2,885
Hispanic602
Black488
Asian391
Two or More337
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    2,885 (61.3%)
  • Hispanic
    602 (12.8%)
  • Black
    488 (10.4%)
  • Asian
    391 (8.3%)
  • Two or More
    337 (7.2%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Ames Comm School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle1
High1
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:8
Students:4,728*
Teachers (FTE):674.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.0
Schools in Ames Comm School District
Found 8 Schools