Clarinda Academy (Closed 2023)

1820 N 16th
Clarinda, IA 51632
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Clarinda Academy serves 53 students in grades 6-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Iowa state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 68% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).

School Overview

School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
53 students

Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

This School
State Level (IA)
(18-19)
<50%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1

Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
9%
n/a

Showing 2006–2019. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
17%
14%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Black
34%
7%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

White
32%
70%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
8%
5%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
68%
0.75

Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted
5.7%
23.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Clarinda Academy?
53 students attend Clarinda Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Clarinda Academy students are Black, 32% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarinda Academy?
Clarinda Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarinda Academy offer ?
Clarinda Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarinda Academy part of?
Clarinda Academy is part of Clarinda Community School District.

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