High Schools in Ankeny Community School District

The Ankeny Community School District in Iowa is home to two high-performing high schools: Ankeny Centennial High School and Ankeny High School. Both schools have consistently ranked among the top high schools in the state, with Ankeny Centennial standing out as a particularly exceptional institution.

Ankeny Centennial High School has earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it among the top 30 high schools in Iowa. The school's academic performance is exceptional, with significantly higher percentages of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to the district and state averages. Ankeny High School also performs well, ranking among the top 50 high schools in the state and maintaining a 4-star rating.

Both high schools in the Ankeny Community School District have impressive graduation rates, exceeding the state average at 88.3%. However, Ankeny Centennial High School stands out with its lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively higher socioeconomic status of its student population. Despite this, Ankeny High School spends slightly more per student and has a slightly lower student-teacher ratio, suggesting a greater investment in resources and support for its students.