Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crocker Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Crocker Elementary School serves the southwest part of Ankeny, IA, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crocker 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
School Overview
Crocker Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crocker 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 Crocker Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#58 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
3%
7%
White
78%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crocker Elementary School's ranking?
Crocker Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Crocker Elementary School often compared to?
Crocker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Elementary School, North Polk Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Crocker Elementary School?
489 students attend Crocker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Crocker Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crocker Elementary School?
Crocker Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crocker Elementary School offer ?
Crocker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crocker Elementary School part of?
Crocker Elementary School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
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