Ankeny Centennial High School is a public high school in Ankeny, Iowa, United States, serving grades 10 through 12 and opened in 2013. It is one of two high schools in the Ankeny Community School District.
Serving 1,466 students in grades 10-12, Ankeny Centennial High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ankeny Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ankeny Centennial High School's student population of 1,466 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Motto
A Centennial Jaguar: Cares first for others, Respects the diverse natures and opinions of their peers and their teachers, Pursues excellence through hard work, Creates a welcoming environment so every person feels valued and important, Brings honor to the
School Mascot
The Jaguars
School Rankings
Ankeny Centennial High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ankeny Centennial High School is 0.35, 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
#176 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
5%
7%
White
80%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ankeny Centennial High School's ranking?
Ankeny Centennial High School is ranked #176 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Ankeny Centennial High School often compared to?
Ankeny Centennial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ankeny High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ankeny Centennial High School?
The graduation rate of Ankeny Centennial High School is 97%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ankeny Centennial High School?
1,466 students attend Ankeny Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ankeny Centennial High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ankeny Centennial High School?
Ankeny Centennial High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ankeny Centennial High School offer ?
Ankeny Centennial High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ankeny Centennial High School part of?
Ankeny Centennial High School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
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