For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 758 students in Clara City, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Clara City, MN is Maccray Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clara City, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clara City have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clara City, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maccray Secondary
(Math: 39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
711 Wolverine Dr
Clara City, MN 56222
(320) 847-2154
Clara City, MN 56222
(320) 847-2154
Gr: 6-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
711 Wolverine Dr
Clara City, MN 56222
(320) 847-2154
Clara City, MN 56222
(320) 847-2154
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Clara City, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Box 690
Clara City, MN 56222
(320) 847-3525
Clara City, MN 56222
(320) 847-3525
Gr: PK-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Maccray Area Learning Program (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
711 Wolverine Drive
Clara City, MN 56222
(320) 847-2154
Clara City, MN 56222
(320) 847-2154
Gr: 10-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Clara City, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clara City, MN include Maccray Secondary.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clara City?
2 public elementary schools are located in Clara City.
What is the racial composition of students in Clara City?
Clara City public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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