Serving 140 students in grades 6-8, Clayton Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher 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 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Clayton Ridge Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Guttenberg, IA, encompassing approximately 225.7 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.1 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 23.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clayton Ridge Middle School's student population of 140 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
140 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clayton Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Ridge Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Clayton Ridge Middle School is ranked #29 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Clayton Ridge Middle School?
140 students attend Clayton Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Clayton Ridge Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clayton Ridge Middle School?
Clayton Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton Ridge Middle School offer ?
Clayton Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clayton Ridge Middle School part of?
Clayton Ridge Middle School is part of Clayton Ridge Comm School District.
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