Serving 1,008 students in grades 6-7, Prairie Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,008 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,008 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie Ridge Middle 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 Prairie Ridge Middle School is 0.35, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#158 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
80%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Ridge Middle School is ranked #158 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Prairie Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Prairie Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Prairie Ridge Middle School?
1,008 students attend Prairie Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Prairie Ridge Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Ridge Middle School?
Prairie Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie Ridge Middle School offer ?
Prairie Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairie Ridge Middle School part of?
Prairie Ridge Middle School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
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