For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 243 students in Clarence, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Clarence, IA is North Cedar Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarence, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Clarence have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clarence, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Cedar Jr/sr High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Ball Street
Clarence, IA 52216
(563) 452-3179
Clarence, IA 52216
(563) 452-3179
Gr: 7-12 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Clarence, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 Ball Street, 400 Ball Stre
Clarence, IA 52216
(563) 452-3179
Clarence, IA 52216
(563) 452-3179
Gr: 5-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clarence, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Clarence, IA include North Cedar Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Clarence?
1 public schools are located in Clarence.
What is the racial composition of students in Clarence?
Clarence public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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