1908 NW Ash Dr
Ankeny, IA 50023

I used to go to this school. Now, this school sucked at accommodating students with mental health struggles/issues. They cared more about getting you back to class. 3+ counselors/social worker for what? If you have a child who struggles, I wouldn't recommend sending them here because it's just too unreliable. But I will say that most of the school was not so bad. Many teachers were well liked among students. In my experience, the only problems me and my family had, were with administration. And that obviously makes it hard to effectively communicate and ensure a supportive environment, which is why I put only two stars. The school tries, on paper they try, but when it comes to taking action and providing proper support, they don't do well as a whole. There are definitely some staff/teachers who do their best to offer and provide support, but without administration putting in consistent effort to come up with a working support plan; that lone support only does so much. Just don't send your kid to this school if they struggle with mental health. Chances are they won't be provided proper consistent support.

Couldn’t ask for a better experience for my kids starting their learning journey. Our teachers, counselors, administrators are incredible. My son looks at Principle Moss like a hero. The time and care everyone takes for our kids education, and development at this school is more than I could ever ask for. I love living here.

I have only had positive experiences with my two children who have attended Prairie Ridge! I was nervous for the transition to middle school, but it has been great!