Iowa›Polk County›Ankeny
Best Schools in Ankeny, Iowa
Compare 18 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
18
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
12,746
Total Students
Across Ankeny
15.2:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
18 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score80%
ELA Assessment Score82%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)10 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓75% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 1,470 students at Ankeny Centennial High School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Northeast Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
1705 Ne Trilein Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
9
Rating
Students
595
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
89%
Math Proficiency
91%
Prairie Trail Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
1850 Sw College Ave, Ankeny, IA 50023
9
Rating
Students
526
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
88%
Math Proficiency
92%
Ashland Ridge Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
2600 Nw Ash Drive, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.9
Rating
Students
548
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
88%
Math Proficiency
89%
Crocker Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
2910 Sw Applewood St, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.7
Rating
Students
489
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
85%
Math Proficiency
88%
Southview Middle School
publichighGrade 8-9
1020 Sw Cherry St, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.3
Rating
Students
913
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
78%
Ankeny High School
publichighGrade 10-12
1155 Sw Cherry St, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.2
Rating
Students
1,375
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
86%
Math Proficiency
77%
Rock Creek Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
3800 Nw Abilene Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.2
Rating
Students
639
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
79%
Math Proficiency
85%
Parkview Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-7
105 Nw Pleasant St, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.2
Rating
Students
865
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
86%
Math Proficiency
78%
Northview Middle School
publichighGrade 8-9
1302 N Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.2
Rating
Students
1,021
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
88%
Math Proficiency
76%
Prairie Ridge Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-7
1010 Nw Prairie Ridge Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.1
Rating
Students
1,004
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
84%
Math Proficiency
78%
Westwood Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
2920 Nw 9Th St, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.1
Rating
Students
551
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
81%
Math Proficiency
80%
Ankeny Centennial High School
publichighGrade 10-12
2220 Nw State St, Ankeny, IA 50023
8
Rating
Students
1,470
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
84%
Math Proficiency
76%
Heritage Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
301 Sw Prairie Trail Pky, Ankeny, IA 50023
7.7
Rating
Students
604
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
75%
Math Proficiency
79%
Southeast Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
1005 Se Trilein Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
7.4
Rating
Students
585
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
73%
Math Proficiency
75%
East Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
710 Se 3Rd St, Ankeny, IA 50021
7.1
Rating
Students
409
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
70%
Northwest Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
1202 W First St, Ankeny, IA 50023
6.5
Rating
Students
346
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
62%
Abbie Grove Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
5001 Nw 18Th St, Ankeny, IA 50023
0
Rating
Students
445
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Terrace Learning Center
publicelementaryPK-PK
310 Nw School St, Ankeny, IA 50023
0
Rating
Students
361
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Ankeny
Ankeny, Iowa is home to 18 schools serving over 12,746 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Ankeny, Iowa?
There are 18 schools in Ankeny, serving 12,746 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Ankeny?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Ankeny include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Ankeny?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Ankeny is 15.2:1.