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| Metric | Ankeny Community School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 12,750 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 17 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,603/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ankeny Community School District (this district) | 10/10 | 92nd | 12,750 |
| Atlantic Community School District | 4/10 | 38th | 1,603 |
| Audubon Community School District | 7/10 | 68th | 547 |
| CAM Community School District | 2/10 | 16th | 1,441 |
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Ranked against 320 rated districts in IA → 92nd percentile → 10/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Ankeny Community School District
Ankeny Community School District serves zip code 50023, covering Ankeny, Iowa with grades Pre-K – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
Ankeny Community School District spent $11,603 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 10% below Iowa’s statewide $12,900 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 796 students, an estimated 97% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
Ankeny Community School District is a large district with 16 schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Large districts typically provide broad program variety: multiple course tracks at the high school level, dedicated arts and athletic programs, specialized learning pathways, and a wider range of student support services. Individual school quality within a large district can vary considerably — always research your specific assigned school, not just district-level averages.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Ankeny Community School District 10 out of 10 — top-tier among Iowa public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Iowa is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Ankeny Community School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Iowa on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 50023 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 50023
Children in zip code 50023 are assigned to Ankeny Community School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 50023, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Ankeny Community School District at (515)965-9600 or visit www.ankenyschools.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Iowa districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Ankeny
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Ankeny Community School District serves zip code 50023, homes in and around zip code 50023 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Iowa, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Ankeny Community School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 50023.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Ankeny Community School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 50023 data.