Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Clive Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 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 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clive Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clive Learning Academy's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clive Learning Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clive Learning Academy is 0.71, which is more 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
#891 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
20%
13%
Black
18%
7%
White
46%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clive Learning Academy's ranking?
Clive Learning Academy is ranked #891 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Clive Learning Academy often compared to?
Clive Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview School Of Inquiry by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Clive Learning Academy?
512 students attend Clive Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Clive Learning Academy students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clive Learning Academy?
Clive Learning Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clive Learning Academy offer ?
Clive Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clive Learning Academy part of?
Clive Learning Academy is part of West Des Moines Comm School District.
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