For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,589 students in 50021, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50021, IA are Northeast Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School and East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50021 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50021, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50021, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1705 Ne Trilein Dr
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 965-9620
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 965-9620
Gr: K-5 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Southeast Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1005 Se Trilein Dr
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 965-9650
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 965-9650
Gr: K-5 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
East Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
710 Se 3rd St
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 965-9660
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 965-9660
Gr: K-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50021, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50021, IA include Northeast Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School and East Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50021?
3 public schools are located in 50021.
What is the racial composition of students in 50021?
50021 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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