ANKENY CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL

Ankeny Centennial High School is a public high school that is part of the Ankeny Comm School District school district, located in Ankeny, IA with about 1,197 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 68 teachers, Ankeny Centennial High School 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.

Ankeny Centennial High School, located in Ankeny, Iowa, is one of two comprehensive public high schools serving the growing Ankeny Community School District. Known for its modern facilities and a strong emphasis on academic excellence, the school serves students in grades 10–12. It provides a robust curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, concurrent enrollment opportunities with local colleges, and diverse elective paths designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Centennial is well-regarded for its vibrant extracurricular culture. The school maintains a highly competitive athletic program and offers a broad spectrum of student organizations, fine arts programs, and leadership opportunities. As part of a district that prides itself on community involvement and forward-thinking educational practices, Ankeny Centennial focuses on fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth, character development, and future readiness.

For more information, contact Ankeny Centennial High School at (515) 965-9610 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2220 NW State St
Ankeny, IA 50023
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ANKENY CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Ankeny, IA with about 1,197 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,197
Teachers:
68
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:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 1,197 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ANKENY CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.

White
89.6%
Hispanic/Latino
4.1%
Two or more races
2.8%
Asian
2.1%
Black or African American
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

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.