Serving 728 students in grades 9-12, Clear Creek Amana High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Creek Amana High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clear Creek Amana High School's student population of 728 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clear Creek Amana High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Creek Amana High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#415 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
5%
7%
White
81%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Creek Amana High School's ranking?
Clear Creek Amana High School is ranked #415 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Clear Creek Amana High School often compared to?
Clear Creek Amana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solon High School, Iowa City High School 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 64% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clear Creek Amana High School?
The graduation rate of Clear Creek Amana High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clear Creek Amana High School?
728 students attend Clear Creek Amana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Clear Creek Amana High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clear Creek Amana High School?
Clear Creek Amana High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clear Creek Amana High School offer ?
Clear Creek Amana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clear Creek Amana High School part of?
Clear Creek Amana High School is part of Clear Creek Amana Comm School District.
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