Hubbell Elementary School

Hubbell Elementary School is a public school in Des Moines, Iowa, that teaches kids in grades K–5. The school has about 380 to 390 students and 26 full-time teachers, which means there is about one teacher for every 15 students. The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB/PYP) at Hubbell Elementary focuses on inquiry, working together, and learning about the world. There are also extra activities like a garden club, a Lego club, a band, an orchestra, a chorus, a theater, dance, and art. About 61% of the students are White, 16% are Black, 13% are Hispanic, and the rest are from other racial groups. About 40% of students take part in the free or reduced-price lunch program, which shows that they have a moderate level of financial need. According to state tests, about 60% of students are good at math and about 68% are good at reading and English language arts (ELA). The school spends about $14,542 on each student. Hubbell Elementary is in the Waveland Park neighborhood and is known for getting involved in the community and helping students do better in school. The school's IB curriculum and wide range of extracurricular activities suggest that it has a lot of room to grow, even though test scores are slightly below average.

Hubbell Elementary will host a School Board meeting on November 25 at 5:30 p.m. Families and community members are invited to attend and stay informed about important school and district updates.

Q1. What kinds of clubs can students join outside of school at Hubbell Elementary?

Ans. Hubbell Elementary has clubs for chess, robotics, gardening, Legos, and the arts to help students learn more.

Q2. Does Hubbell Elementary have programs or care for kids after school?

Ans. Yes, the school has after-school programs that help with homework, offer fun activities, and give kids time to play under supervision.

Q3. Does Hubbell Elementary have computers and other digital learning tools?

Ans. Students can use computers, tablets, and interactive whiteboards in class, which are all part of the lessons.

Q4. Are parents allowed to help out with school events at Hubbell Elementary?

Answer: Parents can get involved by joining the PTA, volunteering, going to events, and serving on school committees.

Q5. Does Hubbell Elementary help students who are gifted or advanced?

Ans. Yes, the school offers different types of instruction and enrichment programs to help advanced students grow academically and challenge them.