Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Clive Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 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 69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clive Learning Academy serves the northeast area of Windsor Heights, IA, encompassing approximately 3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clive Learning Academy's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
551 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clive Learning Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clive Learning Academy is 0.72, which is more 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
#858 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clive Learning Academy's ranking?
Clive Learning Academy is ranked #858 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Clive Learning Academy often compared to?
Clive Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview School Of Inquiry by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Clive Learning Academy?
551 students attend Clive Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Clive Learning Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clive Learning Academy?
Clive Learning Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clive Learning Academy offer ?
Clive Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clive Learning Academy part of?
Clive Learning Academy is part of West Des Moines Comm School District.
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