Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southeast Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Elementary School's student population of 585 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Better Together
School Rankings
Southeast Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Elementary School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#424 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
10%
7%
White
68%
70%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Elementary School's ranking?
Southeast Elementary School is ranked #424 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Southeast Elementary School often compared to?
Southeast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Southeast Elementary School?
585 students attend Southeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Southeast Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Elementary School?
Southeast Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeast Elementary School offer ?
Southeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southeast Elementary School part of?
Southeast Elementary School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
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