Northeast Elementary School - Ankeny

Northeast Elementary School in Ankeny, IA, is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment specifically designed for students with diverse learning needs. The school provides specialized support for language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional (2e) learners, ensuring that students with both high potential and significant learning challenges receive the appropriate accommodations to thrive.

The school's curriculum integrates the Leader in Me program, which utilizes the eight habits of highly effective people to promote social-emotional development and personal growth. Beyond academic instruction, the school focuses on developmental and therapeutic supports, including the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and specialized special education services to meet each student's unique requirements.

Northeast Elementary emphasizes a low student-teacher ratio to ensure personalized attention and a nurturing community for every learner. The school prioritizes strong partnerships with families and maintains a commitment to ongoing staff development to provide the most effective, up-to-date support for students with special needs.