Brody Middle School

Des Moines Independent Comm School District

641 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Brody Middle School is a public school located in the Beaverdale neighborhood of Des Moines, Iowa, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) district, the school focuses on creating a supportive academic environment that prepares students for the transition to high school. The campus is well-regarded for its diverse student body and its commitment to fostering a community that emphasizes both social-emotional development and rigorous academic standards.

Beyond its core curriculum, Brody Middle School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, music programs, and various student clubs, which allow students to explore their interests and build leadership skills. The school is deeply integrated into the local Des Moines community, often hosting events and initiatives that encourage parent and neighborhood involvement. With a dedicated faculty and a focus on inclusive learning, Brody aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that addresses the unique needs of its adolescent learners.

641

Total Students

39.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

71.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Brody Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	287
Hispanic	193
Black	82
Asian	23
Two or More	49
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	4

White
287 (44.8%)
Hispanic
193 (30.1%)
Black
82 (12.8%)
Two or More
49 (7.6%)
Asian
23 (3.6%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.6%)
American Indian
3 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Des Moines Independent Comm School District
Phone:	(515)242-8443
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	641
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	397
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	60

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 222

Grade 7 209

Grade 8 210