For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,842 students in Clive, IA.
The top ranked public schools in Clive, IA are Shuler Elementary School, Indian Hills Junior High School and Crestview School Of Inquiry. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clive, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Clive have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clive, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shuler Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16400 Douglas Parkway
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 987-8597
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 987-8597
Grades: K-5
| 640 students
Rank: #22.
Indian Hills Junior High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9401 Indian Hills Dr
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 633-4700
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 633-4700
Grades: 7-8
| 653 students
Rank: #33.
Crestview School Of Inquiry
(Math: 50% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8355 Franklin Avenue
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 633-5700
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 633-5700
Grades: PK-6
| 549 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clive, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Clive, IA include Shuler Elementary School, Indian Hills Junior High School and Crestview School Of Inquiry.
How many public schools are located in Clive?
3 public schools are located in Clive.
What is the racial composition of students in Clive?
Clive public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Clive are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clive include: Crestview School Of Inquiry vs. Shuler Elementary School
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