Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#568 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
7%
7%
White
66%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #568 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are East Elementary School often compared to?
East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
412 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of East Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
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