East Elementary School

www.ankenyschools.org

409 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

East Elementary School is a prominent educational institution located in Ankeny, Iowa, serving as part of the Ankeny Community School District. Situated at 710 SE 3rd Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local Ankeny community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing a supportive and high-quality learning environment for its young students. As an elementary facility, it focuses on building strong foundational skills in academics, social-emotional growth, and character development, preparing students for success as they transition to middle school.

The school operates under the umbrella of the broader Ankeny school system, which is well-regarded for its emphasis on innovation, student achievement, and community engagement. By leveraging the resources and curriculum standards provided by the district, East Elementary provides a structured yet inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue both academic excellence and personal interests. Families looking for more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives can find comprehensive resources on the official Ankeny Community School District website.

409

Total Students

29.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

46.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for East Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	280
Hispanic	42
Black	33
Asian	15
Two or More	39

White
280 (68.5%)
Hispanic
42 (10.3%)
Two or More
39 (9.5%)
Black
33 (8.1%)
Asian
15 (3.7%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Ankeny Comm School District
Phone:	(515)965-9660
Website:	http://www.ankenyschools.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	409
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	144
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	45

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 61

Grade 1 67

Grade 2 80

Grade 3 72

Grade 4 62

Grade 5 67