Serving 458 students in grades 9-12, Clear Lake High School ranks in the top 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 66% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clear Lake High School's student population of 458 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Clear Lake High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Lake High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#413 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
70%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a

Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
6%
13%

Black
1%
7%

White
86%
71%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Lake High School's ranking?
Clear Lake High School is ranked #413 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Clear Lake High School often compared to?
Clear Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mason City High School, Clear Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clear Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Clear Lake High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clear Lake High School?
458 students attend Clear Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Clear Lake High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Clear Lake High School?
Clear Lake High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clear Lake High School offer ?
Clear Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clear Lake High School part of?
Clear Lake High School is part of Clear Lake Comm School District.
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