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Rock Creek Elementary School

3800 Nw Abilene Rd
Ankeny, IA 50023
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 639 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rock Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 639 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : Top 20% in IA
  • : 83% (Top 20%)
  • : 79% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Rock Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Rock Creek Elementary School's student population of 639 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
639 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Know, Grow, Value, Inspire

School Rankings

Rock Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Creek Elementary School is 0.48, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#201 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
83%
68%
79%
70%
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
12%
7%
White
71%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rock Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Creek Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Rock Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodward-granger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Rock Creek Elementary School?
639 students attend Rock Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Rock Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Creek Elementary School?
Rock Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rock Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rock Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rock Creek Elementary School part of?
Rock Creek Elementary School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 639 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 83% (Top 20%)
  • : 79% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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