Excellent
#213 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 17% in state
Centennial Elementary
Elementary School · Southeast Polk Comm School District
910 7th Ave SE, Altoona, IA 50009
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#213 of 1,280
In Altoona
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
Southeast Polk Comm School District
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Centennial Elementary
Centennial Elementary is a public elementary school in Altoona, IA, part of Southeast Polk Comm School District. Centennial Elementary serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #213 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Centennial Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Centennial Elementary — Students at Centennial Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Centennial Elementary Compares
See how Centennial Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
910 7th Ave SE, Altoona, IA 50009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Centennial Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mitchellville Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Mitchellville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Delaware Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Des Moines), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Altoona Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Altoona Elementary Altoona | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Clay Elementary Altoona | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Willowbrook Elementary Altoona | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Southeast Polk High School Pleasant Hill | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Spring Creek - 6th Grade Pleasant Hill | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Southeast Polk Junior High Pleasant Hill | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Morris Elementary Bondurant | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Anderson Elementary School Bondurant | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Bondurant - Farrar Intermediate School Bondurant | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Delaware Elementary Des Moines | 3.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Four Mile Elementary Pleasant Hill | 4.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Bondurant-Farrar High School Bondurant | 4.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Bondurant-Farrar Junior High Bondurant | 5.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Brubaker Elementary School Des Moines | 4.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Hoyt Middle School Des Moines | 4.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Pleasant Hill Elementary School Des Moines | 4.9 mi | 4.3 |
| McKee Elementary School Des Moines | 4.6 mi | 2.6 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Des Moines | 5.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Mitchellville Elementary Mitchellville | 5.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Stowe Elementary School Des Moines | 5.4 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,393
Median Home Value
$261,800
Median Rent
$1,201/mo
Population
21,992
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
36.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bronson Elementary School Bronson, IA | 8.1 |
| Central Elementary Elkader, IA | 8.1 |
| Christine Grant Elementary North Liberty, IA | 8.1 |
| Gladbrook-Reinbeck Elementary School Reinbeck, IA | 8.1 |
| Guthrie Center Elementary School Guthrie Center, IA | 8.1 |
| John Cline Elementary School Decorah, IA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Centennial Elementary
What grades does Centennial Elementary serve?
Centennial Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Centennial Elementary?
Centennial Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Centennial Elementary rank in IA?
Centennial Elementary ranks #213 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Centennial Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Centennial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Centennial Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Centennial Elementary a charter school?
No, Centennial Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Centennial Elementary a Title I school?
No, Centennial Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centennial Elementary?
37.4% of students at Centennial Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.4%
- Phone
- (515) 967-2109
Resources & Links
District
Southeast Polk Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 7,424
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,583
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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