Prairie Trail Elementary

Prairie Trail Elementary serves the students of Southwest Ankeny.

Prairie Trail Elementary offers basketball courts to be used at recess.

Prairie Trail Elementary

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

1850 SW College Ave, Ankeny, IA

Southwest Ankeny Neighborhood

Ankeny Community School District

571 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1

Math Proficiency
93%

Reading Proficiency
90%

Academics

A+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

90%

Math Proficiency

93%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 16:1 Teachers 32	Full Time Teachers 32
Teachers in First or Second Year 7.8%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

270:1

Student Diversity

Female 51%	Male 49%
White 80.5%	Hispanic 8.3%
Two or more races 6.8%	Asian 2.8%
Black 1.3%	Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%

School Rankings

#2 Best Public ES Teachers in Iowa

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Parent

5/8/2024

What a fabulous school with the best administrators. My kids are so thankful for their time here and my daughter just actually went back with her fellow seniors for a special breakfast at the school. She said it was so fun to be back and see her old teachers. Love the activities throughout the year that also get parents and community involved.

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Southwest Ankeny

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List Price Range

$171K - $1.3M

Homes For Sale

100

Average Home Value

$385,490

Median Lot Size

10,454 Sq Ft

% Renters

31%

Average Household Income

$123,952

% of College Grads

54.7%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,715 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

65.2%

Homes for Sale

$825,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,109 Sq Ft

0 the Woods at Rock Creek St
Unit 36750160

The Cadbury offers 3,109 square feet of well-designed space, featuring 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a 3-car garageall on a single story. The main level includes a generous great room that flows seamlessly into a modern kitchen and dining area, creating an ideal space for gatherings. The primary su...

$383,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,176 Sq Ft

2302 SW Plaza Pkwy
New 13 days ago

Location, location, location. This open concept 2 story home is located in the heart of Prairie Trail, a premier entertainment and retail hub. Entering the foyer you have a large great room that flows seamlessly to dining area and kitchen. Tons of cabinets and counter space, quartz counter tops, and...

Michael TenHaken RE/MAX Precision

$845,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,217 Sq Ft

2108 SW Westwinds Dr

Custom-built in 2007 and impeccably maintained by its original owners, this exceptional 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence offers over 4,200 finished square feet on a private 0.758-acre lot in Ankeny. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday comfort and upscale entertaining, the home features a luxurious ...

Cody Greenfield RE/MAX Precision

$89,900

Land
0.53 Acres Lot

8435 NW 33rd Ct

Camden Country Estates is one of Ankeny?s finest developments located near Saylorville Lake and the Neil Smith Bike Trail (soon to connect to the Iowa famous High Trestle Trail). Featuring Strahan Construction homes, which are known for exquisite architecture, old world charm and European style, Cam...

Alissa DeGroote LPT Realty, LLC

$1,000,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,553 Sq Ft

7822 NW 26th Ct
Unit 42188523
New 7 days ago

The Everly is a spacious and thoughtfully crafted luxury ranch plan, designed for modern living and memorable entertaining. With over 4,500 finished square feet, this home showcases an ideal balance of open gathering spaces, private retreats, and refined architectural detail.From the moment you ente...

$1,095,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,058 Sq Ft

8435 NW 31st Ct

Executive luxury meets modern living in this stunning 5BR, 5BA home offering 4,149 finished sq ft on 1.2 acres near Saylorville Lake. The chef’s kitchen features a Wolf range, oversized island, butler’s pantry, and walk-in pantry with grocery door. The great room showcases soaring windows, stone woo...

Pennie Carroll Pennie Carroll & Associates

$1,100,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,050 Sq Ft

8070 NW 28th Ln

This incredible Ranch home is situated in one of Ankeny's best new developments. Check out this .855 acre private wooded walk-out lot backing to even more trees. Over 3500 sqft of finish in the 2 up 2 down ranch. The main floor includes an addition 12x19 4 seasons room to enjoy the incredible views!...

Rick Sabala LPT Realty, LLC

$774,900

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,463 Sq Ft

3023 SW 21st Ct

Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a private wooded setting, this exceptional custom-built home offers nearly 4,500 SF of finished living space. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and 4 fireplaces, the home showcases stunning white oak cabinetry and trim, hardwood flooring, and quality craf...

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$450,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,336 Sq Ft

2106 SW Woodland Dr

RARE 4-CAR HEATED GARAGE, incredible outdoor entertaining spaces and a beautifully renovated primary suite set this Westwinds home apart! Offering 2,300+ sq ft plus a finished lower level, this meticulously maintained two-story has space to live, work and entertain. The open-concept main level featu...

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$300,000

Land
1.72 Acres Lot

7916 NW 79th Ln

$595,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,472 Sq Ft

2107 SW Tanglewood Ln

Wow! Look at all these updates! This beautifully refreshed 4 BR, 3.5 BA home sits on a spacious corner lot in a fantastic neighborhood. Recent upgrades include a new roof, siding, windows, and flooring, along with updated bathrooms, a modernized kitchen, and a brand-new deck with railings. You’ll fa...

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$985,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,200 Sq Ft

0 the Woods at Rock Creek St
Unit 36750199

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Homes for Rent

$1,080 - $1,449 per month

Sterling of Prairie Trail
Studio - 2 Beds
1-2 Baths
553+ Sq Ft

2337 SW Plaza Pkwy
Ankeny, IA

Welcome home. You’re going to love it here. The Sterling at Prairie Trail is a community unlike any other neighborhood in Ankeny, Iowa and is right down the road from the community’s vibrant new development known as The District at Prairie Trail. If you’ve never been to The District, its hip urban v...

$1,925 per month

The Cove at Prairie Trail
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,422 Sq Ft

1801-1919 SW Lesina Ln
Ankeny, IA

The Cove at Prairie Trail is nestled in the heart of the popular Prairie Trail development in southwest Ankeny. The luxurious finishes of quartz counter tops, hardwood floors, LED lighting, and stainless steel appliances allows for comfort and convenience.

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Prairie Trails
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,190 Sq Ft

1904 SW Cascade Falls Dr
Ankeny, IA

Please visit our website (Hale-Development) for available units and to schedule a showing. For further questions regarding a unit, please submit your contact information on our website through the "Contact Us" button on the unit details. Cascade Falls townhomes offer the newest and most soug...

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Roseann Lofts
1 - 2 Beds
1 Bath
665+ Sq Ft

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Ankeny, IA

BRAND NEWThe Roseann provides 1 and 2 bedroom rental units in the Prairie Trail area Ankeny IA 50023. Built in 2025 Units feature hard surface flooring All appliances included in unit1 and 2 bedroom options Quartz Counter tops The Roseann is in a wonderful location that is w...

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House for Rent
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,053 Sq Ft

2302 SW 23rd St
Ankeny, IA

This open concept, 2-story home features 4 large bedrooms & 2.5 baths. The main level living area offers solid surface flooring throughout for easy maintenance. The home features a turnback staircase situated away from the foyer for convenience and privacy, as well as a wonderful study that can be u...

$2,345 per month

House for Rent
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,300 Sq Ft

2071 SW Cascade Falls Dr
Ankeny, IA

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Ankeny High School

10th to 12th
Public

Ankeny Centennial High School

10th to 12th
Public

Ankeny Christian Academy

Pre-K to 12th
Private

B+

Sandpiper Recreation Area

Boating
Picnic Area
Playground

White Birch Park

Picnic Area
Trails
Playground

Dean Park

Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground

Glenbrooke Park

Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer

Cherry Glen Campground

Camping
Trails
RV Hookup

Sawgrass Park

Lake
Trails
Playground

Sunset Park

Baseball/Softball
Trails
Playground

Westwinds Park

Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground

Precedence Park

Picnic Area

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Iowa Polk County Ankeny 50023 Southwest Ankeny

Prairie Trail Elementary is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Ankeny, IA and is served by the Ankeny Community School District in Iowa. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 571 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 93% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 90% are proficient in reading. Prairie Trail Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $385,490. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ankeny High School, Ankeny Centennial High School, Ankeny Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Ankeny has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Prairie Trail Elementary.

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