Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prairie Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Trail Elementary School's student population of 571 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Trail Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 1221 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
7%
White
87%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Trail Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Prairie Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Four Mile Elementary School, Runnells Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Prairie Trail Elementary School?
571 students attend Prairie Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Prairie Trail Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Trail Elementary School?
Prairie Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie Trail Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Trail Elementary School part of?
Prairie Trail Elementary School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Trail Elementary School located?
Prairie Trail Elementary School is located in the Prairie Trail neighborhood of Ankeny, IA. There are 3 other public schools located in Prairie Trail.
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