Clarksville High School is a rural public high school in Clarksville, Iowa, and is part of the Clarksville Community School District.
Serving 138 students in grades 7-12, Clarksville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarksville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Clarksville High School's student population of 138 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarksville 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 Clarksville High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#475 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
97%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarksville High School's ranking?
Clarksville High School is ranked #475 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Clarksville High School often compared to?
Clarksville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Butler Jr/sr High School, Aplington-parkersburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarksville High School?
The graduation rate of Clarksville High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clarksville High School?
138 students attend Clarksville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Clarksville High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarksville High School?
Clarksville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarksville High School offer ?
Clarksville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarksville High School part of?
Clarksville High School is part of Clarksville Comm School District.
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