Norwalk Comm School District

District Overview
Situated at 380 Wright Road in Norwalk, Iowa, the Norwalk Community School District operates as a thriving, traditional public school system serving a large suburban community within the Des Moines–West Des Moines metropolitan area. As an open and active district, it encompasses five operational schools, delivering an inclusive educational pathway from prekindergarten all the way through 12th grade. With a total enrollment of 3,584 students, the district accommodates a well-rounded student body that progresses seamlessly through early childhood programs—starting with 158 prekindergarten and 240 kindergarten learners—through a comprehensive secondary curriculum that currently prepares 234 seniors for graduation.

A robust workforce powers the district's commitment to academic excellence and student well-being, totaling approximately 920 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes nearly 466 full-time equivalent teachers directly leading classroom learning, alongside more than 80 instructional aides who provide targeted interventions and specialized support. In addition, roughly 373 support personnel manage district operations, student services, and facility infrastructure, fostering a safe and well-resourced learning environment across all grade levels. Families, students, and educational researchers seeking further details about the district's offerings can contact the administrative office at (515) 981-0676 or visit their official website at www.norwalkschools.org.
5
Total Schools
3,584
Total Students
465.9
Full-Time Teachers
7.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Norwalk Comm School District
Demographic Student Count
White3,068
Hispanic251
Black70
Asian34
Two or More150
American Indian10
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    3,068 (85.6%)
  • Hispanic
    251 (7.0%)
  • Two or More
    150 (4.2%)
  • Black
    70 (2.0%)
  • Asian
    34 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    10 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Norwalk Comm School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High1
Other0
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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:5
Students:3,584*
Teachers (FTE):465.9*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.7
Schools in Norwalk Comm School District
Found 5 Schools