Serving 672 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northeast 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 91% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northeast Elementary School's student population of 672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northeast Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#32 out of 1221 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
3%
7%
White
83%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Elementary School's ranking?
Northeast Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Northeast Elementary School?
672 students attend Northeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northeast Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeast Elementary School?
Northeast Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northeast Elementary School offer ?
Northeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Northeast Elementary School part of?
Northeast Elementary School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
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