Ashland Ridge Elementary School

Ankeny Centennial High School opened in August 2013 as one of the two high schools in the Ankeny Community School District, serving students in grades 10 to 12. Home of the Jaguars, we offer academics, athletics, arts, and activities under one roof. Students can earn a standard diploma or an honors diploma. Our honors courses are taught at a college freshman level or above, and we offer AP courses across math, science, and other subjects, along with more than 30 courses on campus that earn both high school and college credit through Iowa's Post-Secondary Enrollment Options. World language students can study French or Spanish, including Spanish for Heritage Speakers, and work toward recognition for biliteracy. Our schedule includes an early bird period before school and a daily seminar and advisory time. Four school counselors, each assigned to students by last name, guide course planning, college preparation, and financial aid, and they host college representative visits. A school nurse is on site. Our Jaguars compete in football and other varsity sports, and our marching band takes part in All-State Band auditions.

Ankeny High School, located in Ankeny, Iowa, is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all students, including those with diverse learning needs. The school serves a wide age range and is particularly attentive to students with language-based learning disabilities and those who are twice-exceptional. Ankeny High School employs a variety of innovative programs and therapeutic methodologies designed to meet the unique needs of its students. With a focus on personalized learning, educators utilize differentiated instruction and collaborative approaches to ensure that every student can thrive academically and socially. What sets Ankeny High School apart is its commitment to maintaining a low student-teacher ratio, which allows for individualized attention and tailored support. The school also emphasizes strong partnerships with families, recognizing that collaboration between home and school is essential for student success. Additionally, Ankeny High School boasts specialized facilities that cater to various learning styles and needs, along with community events that foster engagement and connection among students, families, and staff. This holistic approach ensures that every Hawk is not only prepared for academic challenges but also nurtured in a caring and empowering environment.

Crocker Elementary opened in the fall of 2004 on SW Applewood Street in Ankeny and serves children from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. Like every elementary school in the Ankeny district, we teach through the Leader in Me framework, so students learn the 7 Habits, from Be Proactive to Sharpen the Saw, and take on leadership roles in their classrooms and school. Our support services cover special education, talented and gifted programming, English as a Second Language and literacy enhancement. A professional school counselor teaches a 30-minute lesson in each K-5 classroom every week and also meets with students individually and in small groups. Our school nurse handles health screenings, medication and day-to-day health needs, and our media center lends books from the district library catalog. Families stay involved through the Crocker PTO and our volunteer program, which brings parents, relatives and community members in to mentor students, help in classrooms, assist at PTO events and chaperone field trips. Students are welcome to walk or bike to school, and early arrivals wait in the gym before heading to class.