General Info

The Perkins Academy is a magnet school specializing in math and science. It is a part of Des Moines Public Schools, which operates several elementary, middle and high schools. The Perkins Academy serves students in kindergarten through grade five. It offers a range of student programs in art, music and physical education. The academy also offers several before- and after-school programs, including band, orchestra, chorus and hall-decoration activities. In addition, the Perkins Academy provides the English Language Learners program. It also provides medical care, speech therapy and guidance counseling services to students. The academy conducts sessions in special education for students with various special needs. The Perkins Academy is located in Des Moines, Iowa.