ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Rock Creek Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Ankeny Comm School District school district, located in Ankeny, IA with about 681 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, Rock Creek Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Rock Creek Elementary, located in Ankeny, Iowa, is a key component of the Ankeny Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, the school serves elementary-aged students with a focus on academic excellence, character development, and student well-being. By utilizing the district’s comprehensive curriculum, Rock Creek aims to prepare its students for future success through a blend of rigorous instruction and collaborative community involvement.

As part of one of Iowa’s fastest-growing school districts, the school places a strong emphasis on leveraging modern educational tools and personalized learning strategies. The staff at Rock Creek works closely with families and the broader Ankeny community to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. For more information regarding enrollment, specific programming, or district-wide initiatives, parents and community members are encouraged to visit the official Ankeny Community School District website.

For more information, contact Rock Creek Elementary at (515) 965-9629 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3800 NW Abilene Rd
Ankeny, IA 50023
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ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Ankeny, IA with about 681 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
681
Teachers:
39.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 681 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
86.9%
Hispanic/Latino
5.0%
Two or more races
4.4%
Asian
2.2%
Black or African American
1.5%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.