Ankeny Centennial High School

Ankeny Centennial High School

Public High School | Grade 10-12
2220 NW State St,  Ankeny, IA
Ankeny Community School District
4.1
1,419 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1290
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
76%
Reading Proficiency
84%
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Reading Proficiency
84%
Math Proficiency
76%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
89
Full Time Teachers
89
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1290
Math
650
Verbal
650
Average ACT
27
Math
25
English
27
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
19
AP Pass Rate
87.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
78%
Science
73.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
335:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.3%
Female
48.5%
White
80.2%
Hispanic
7.8%
Black
5.2%
Two or more races
4.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.4%

School Rankings

#4 Best HS For Athletes in Iowa
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Iowa State University 573 Students
University of Iowa 557 Students
University of Northern Iowa 203 Students
Des Moines Area Community College 174 Students
Drake University 160 Students
Wartburg College 69 Students
Grand View University 65 Students
University of Chicago 62 Students
Simpson College 59 Students
Central College 57 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 126 Students
Biology 90 Students
Psychology 88 Students
Nursing 83 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 65 Students
Computer Science 49 Students
Elementary Education 45 Students
Marketing 42 Students
Engineering 38 Students
Mechanical Engineering 32 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 165 Reviews
5.0 Junior
5/20/2025
Great music program. Great variety of elective courses and good college readiness. Good community and resources.
4.0 Junior
4/23/2025
As a student at Ankeny Centennial, I am grateful for the variety of classes available which were created to help students prepare for their future. We also have many other opportunities for students outside of academics including sports and clubs.
3.0 Alum
12/29/2024
I really enjoyed the school, but my biggest issue was with their preparation for college. The school system is set up so that everybody wins you pass if you even remotely try. Also homework is not allowed to be graded... a rude awakening when you get to college.

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Ankeny Centennial High School is a public school for students in grades 10-12 in Ankeny, IA and is served by the Ankeny Community School District in Iowa. The school has a total enrollment of 1,419 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 76% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 84% are proficient in reading. Ankeny Centennial High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.66, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1290 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $366,477. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ankeny High School, Ankeny Christian Academy, Grand View Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Ankeny has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ankeny Centennial High School.

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