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#324 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 16% in state

Clearview Elementary

Elementary School · ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

7310 STATE HIGHWAY 24, Clear Lake, MN 55319

Enrollment

403

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#324 of 1,992

In district

#2 of 16

ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Clearview Elementary

7.7/10

Elementary School in Clear Lake · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Clearview Elementary

Clearview Elementary is a public elementary school in Clear Lake, MN, part of ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Clearview Elementary serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Clearview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Clearview Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.6
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Clearview Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,825
Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

Clearview Elementary — Students at Clearview Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
62%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Clearview Elementary Compares

See how Clearview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
84th percentile in MN
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

Location

7310 STATE HIGHWAY 24, Clear Lake, MN 55319

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clearview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Cloud), with a very similar rating. Another option is BECKER PRIMARY (rated 6.6/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Becker), a more accessible option. Additionally, ANNANDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Annandale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Clear Lake, see our Clear Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Saint Cloud 7.8 mi
BECKER MIDDLE Becker 7.1 mi 6.1
BECKER PRIMARY Becker 7.2 mi 6.6
BECKER INTERMEDIATE ELEMENTARY Becker 7.2 mi 6.4
BECKER SENIOR HIGH Becker 7.2 mi 6.6
BECKER ALTERNATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM Becker 7.2 mi 4.8
ST MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS SCHOOL Saint Augusta 7.4 mi 6.1
MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-ST. CLOUD Saint Cloud 8.8 mi
TALAHI COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud 9.7 mi 5.4
CHILDREN'S DAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Cloud 9.2 mi
Newport Academy Saint Cloud 9.9 mi
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud 10.8 mi 2.9
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Saint Cloud 10.3 mi 8.0
ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Saint Cloud 10.9 mi 5.7
ST ROBERT BELLARMINE ACADEMY Saint Cloud 10.7 mi 7.4
SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH Saint Cloud 10.6 mi 4.2
CATHEDRAL Saint Cloud 11.3 mi 5.6
ANNANDALE SENIOR HIGH Annandale 12.8 mi 6.7
ANNANDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Annandale 13.0 mi 6.5
OAK HILL COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud 10.9 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55319 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,343

Median Home Value

$349,300

Median Rent

$950/mo

Population

5,490

College Educated

30.9%

Homeownership

96%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

41.2

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BAY VIEW ELEMENTARY Duluth, MN 7.7
CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY Fergus Falls, MN 7.7
COHASSET ELEMENTARY Cohasset, MN 7.7
GREENVALE PARK ELEMENTARY Northfield, MN 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clearview Elementary

What grades does Clearview Elementary serve?

Clearview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Clearview Elementary?

Clearview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clearview Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Clearview Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clearview Elementary rank in MN?

Clearview Elementary ranks #324 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Clearview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Clearview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Clearview Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clearview Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Clearview Elementary a charter school?

No, Clearview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clearview Elementary a Title I school?

No, Clearview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clearview Elementary?

36.2% of students at Clearview Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Sherburne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

District

ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
9,543
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,825
District Rank
#2 of 16

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