麻豆果冻传媒

Rock Creek Elementary School

3800 Nw Abilene Rd
Ankeny, IA 50023
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 733 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rock Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 733 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 20% in IA
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Rock Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

Category
Attribute
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Rock Creek Elementary School's student population of 733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
This chart displays total students of Rock Creek Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Rock Creek Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Rock Creek Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Rock Creek Elementary School by grade.
School Calendar
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Rock Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Creek Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#163 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Rock Creek Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
85%
64%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Rock Creek Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Iowa by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
79%
70%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Rock Creek Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Iowa by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
65-69%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Rock Creek Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Iowa by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Rock Creek Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Iowa by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Rock Creek Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Iowa by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
7%
13%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Rock Creek Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Iowa by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
8%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Rock Creek Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Iowa by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
77%
71%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Rock Creek Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Iowa by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Rock Creek Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Iowa by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Rock Creek Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Iowa.
0.40
This chart displays the diversity score of Rock Creek Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Iowa by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Rock Creek Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Iowa by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Rock Creek Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Iowa by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated:
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Creek Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Rock Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodward-granger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Rock Creek Elementary School?
733 students attend Rock Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Rock Creek Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rock Creek Elementary School?
Rock Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rock Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rock Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Creek Elementary School part of?
Rock Creek Elementary School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.

School Reviews

Review Rock Creek Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

麻豆果冻传媒 Articles

Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century
December 16, 2024
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 733 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Quick Links