Clear Creek Amana High School, or CCA High School, is a public senior high school in Tiffin, Iowa and a part of the Clear Creek–Amana Community School District. It serves the entire district. A Clipper Ship is the school mascot. The school will receive an addition as part of a bond program.
Serving 800 students in grades 9-12, Clear Creek Amana High School ranks in the top 50% 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 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Clear Creek Amana High School serves the entire district in Tiffin, IA, covering an area of approximately 176.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Creek Amana High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clear Creek Amana High School's student population of 800 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
800 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clear Creek Amana High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Creek Amana High School is 0.41, 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
#410 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
8%
7%
White
76%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Clippers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Creek Amana High School's ranking?
Clear Creek Amana High School is ranked #410 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Clear Creek Amana High School often compared to?
Clear Creek Amana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solon High School, Lone Tree Middle-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clear Creek Amana High School?
The graduation rate of Clear Creek Amana High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clear Creek Amana High School?
800 students attend Clear Creek Amana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Clear Creek Amana High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clear Creek Amana High School?
Clear Creek Amana High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clear Creek Amana High School offer ?
Clear Creek Amana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clear Creek Amana High School part of?
Clear Creek Amana High School is part of Clear Creek Amana Comm School District.
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