Serving 542 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 92% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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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
Science Proficiency
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Prairie Trail Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
Prairie Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Trail Elementary School is 0.34, which is less 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
#15 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
3%
7%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Prairie Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Trail Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 1,223 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 Runnells Elementary School, Four Mile Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Prairie Trail Elementary School?
542 students attend Prairie Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Prairie Trail Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Trail Elementary School?
Prairie Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairie Trail Elementary School part of?
Prairie Trail Elementary School is part of Ankeny Community 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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