Clarinda High School

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Clarinda High School

Public High School | Grade 7-12
100 N Cardinal Dr,  Clarinda, IA
Clarinda Community School District
3.6
511 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
77%
Reading Proficiency
82%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
87%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
82%
Math Proficiency
77%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
37
Full Time Teachers
37
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Pass Rate
72.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
76.6%
Science
69.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
625:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.6%
Male
48.4%
White
90.6%
Two or more races
5.2%
Hispanic
2.6%
Native American
<1%
Black
<1%
Asian
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Iowa 51 Students
Iowa State University 47 Students
Northwest Missouri State University 43 Students
Iowa Western Community College 24 Students
University of Northern Iowa 19 Students
University of Nebraska at Omaha 18 Students
Drake University 17 Students
Des Moines Area Community College 14 Students
Morningside University 13 Students
Buena Vista University 13 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 21 Students
Nursing 10 Students
Biology 10 Students
Political Science and Government 10 Students
Psychology 7 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 6 Students
Photography 6 Students
Accounting 5 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 5 Students
Radiologic Technician 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 36 Reviews
4.0 Senior
5/31/2024
This school has taught me a lot of things, but when I tried to get a boys volleyball team or a coed volleyball team, they wouldn't allow me to. I love all of my teachers, I just think they could have been more flexible with their students.
5.0 Senior
11/11/2019
Clarinda High school has provided me with a vast majority of opportunities that has helped me grow academically and and as a person. All of my teachers throughout the years have shown care and help for all students and wish the best future for them all.
4.0 Niche User
3/24/2015
My school may have its cons, but I really enjoy being there. I love being with the people and teachers that are there. The faculty is especially great. They love what they do and it shows in their work.

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Clarinda High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Clarinda, IA, in the Clarinda neighborhood, and is served by the Clarinda Community School District in Iowa. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 511 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 77% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 82% are proficient in reading. Clarinda High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 87%, and the average ACT score is 24. The average home value in this area is $157,537. Discover additional schools in the area, like Clarinda Academy, Clarinda Academy, Clarinda Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Clarinda has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Clarinda High School.

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