Serving 498 students in grades 7-12, Clarinda High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clarinda High School's student population of 498 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarinda High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarinda High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#958 out of 1221 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarinda High School's ranking?
Clarinda High School is ranked #958 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Clarinda High School often compared to?
Clarinda High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shenandoah High School, South Page Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarinda High School?
The graduation rate of Clarinda High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clarinda High School?
498 students attend Clarinda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Clarinda High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarinda High School?
Clarinda High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarinda High School offer ?
Clarinda High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarinda High School part of?
Clarinda High School is part of Clarinda Comm School District.
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