Serving 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary 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 Centennial Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#160 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
77%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altoona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
409 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Southeast Polk Comm School District.
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