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Cottontail Creek Montessori School
Elementary School
7297 NW FISHER LN, Ankeny, IA 50023
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Cottontail Creek Montessori School
Elementary School in Ankeny · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Crocker Elementary School
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About Cottontail Creek Montessori School
Cottontail Creek Montessori School is a private elementary school in Ankeny, IA. Cottontail Creek Montessori School serves approximately 12 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 12 students, Cottontail Creek Montessori School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Cottontail Creek Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cottontail Creek Montessori School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Cottontail Creek Montessori School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Ankeny, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cottontail Creek Montessori School (this school) | — |
| Crocker Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Prairie Trail Elementary | 7.6 |
| Heritage Elementary | 8.5 |
| Southview Middle School | 5.0 |
| Westwood Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Ankeny High School | 5.8 |
| Northwest Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Prairie Ridge Middle School | 6.4 |
| Parkview Middle School | 7.2 |
| Terrace Learning Center | 3.5 |
| Southeast Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Ankeny Centennial High School | 5.5 |
| East Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Northview Middle School | 5.7 |
| Ashland Ridge Elementary | 7.1 |
| Rock Creek Elementary | 5.2 |
| Northeast Elementary | 7.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- 7297 NW FISHER LN, Ankeny, IA 50023
- Phone
- (515) 289-1401
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in IA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7297 NW FISHER LN, Ankeny, IA 50023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottontail Creek Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heritage Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away). Another option is Cornell Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Des Moines). Additionally, Prairie Trail Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away). For more schools in Ankeny, see our Ankeny schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crocker Elementary School Ankeny | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Lawson Elementary School Johnston | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Prairie Trail Elementary Ankeny | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Henry A Wallace Elementary School Johnston | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ST LUKE THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ankeny | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Johnston Middle School Johnston | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Westwood Elementary School Ankeny | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Samuelson Elementary School Des Moines | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ANKENY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ankeny | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Cornell Elementary School Des Moines | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Southview Middle School Ankeny | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Woodlawn Early Childhood Center Des Moines | 4.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Northwest Elementary School Ankeny | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Hoover High School Des Moines | 4.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Heritage Elementary Ankeny | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Meredith Middle School Des Moines | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Ankeny High School Ankeny | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Saydel High School Des Moines | 3.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Prairie Ridge Middle School Ankeny | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Woodside Middle School Des Moines | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,914
Median Home Value
$327,200
Median Rent
$1,191/mo
Population
45,286
College Educated
55.3%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottontail Creek Montessori School
What grades does Cottontail Creek Montessori School serve?
Cottontail Creek Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Cottontail Creek Montessori School?
Cottontail Creek Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottontail Creek Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottontail Creek Montessori School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Cottontail Creek Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Cottontail Creek Montessori School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cottontail Creek Montessori School a religious school?
No, Cottontail Creek Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 12
- Gender Split
- 75% M / 25% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (515) 289-1401
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