Best Schools in Clarence, Iowa
1 schools · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Clarence by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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North Cedar Jr/sr High School
High · North Cedar Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$165,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$165,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Clarence
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Cedar Jr/sr High School | 4.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.2/10
- Median household income
- $66,375
- Median home value
- $165,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Clarence compares
Median household income
$66k
87% of Iowa median
About Schools in Clarence, Iowa
Clarence, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.2 out of 10, schools in Clarence show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Clarence is North Cedar Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 4.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Clarence is served by 1 school district: North Cedar Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 591 students.
Clarence's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,375. The poverty rate in the area is 13.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 273 students · 7th–12th | 4.2 |
Schools in Clarence
Clarence, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,375
Median Home Value
$165,400
Median Rent
$878/mo
Population
1,513
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Community Profile
Clarence has a median household income of $66,375. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $165,400, with a median rent of $878/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.9%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Clarence, Iowa
How many schools are in Clarence, Iowa?
Clarence has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Clarence, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Clarence is 4.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Clarence, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Clarence on MySchoolScout is North Cedar Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best high school in Clarence, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Clarence on MySchoolScout is North Cedar Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
How many school districts serve Clarence, Iowa?
Clarence is served by 1 school district: North Cedar Comm School District.
What is the education level in Clarence, Iowa?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Clarence have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Clarence, Iowa?
The median household income in Clarence is approximately $66,375 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clarence, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Clarence is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Clarence, Iowa?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Iowa Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.