Serving 204 students in grades 9-12, Clayton Ridge High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Clayton Ridge High School's student population of 204 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clayton Ridge High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Ridge High School is 0.15, 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
#308 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Ridge High School's ranking?
Clayton Ridge High School is ranked #308 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Clayton Ridge High School often compared to?
Clayton Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School/high School, Edgewood-colesburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clayton Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Clayton Ridge High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clayton Ridge High School?
204 students attend Clayton Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Clayton Ridge High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Ridge High School?
Clayton Ridge High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton Ridge High School offer ?
Clayton Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clayton Ridge High School part of?
Clayton Ridge High School is part of Clayton Ridge Comm School District.
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