Clear Creek Elementary School

Clear Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oxford, Iowa, serving 301 students in grades PK-4. The school is part of the Clear Creek Amana Community School District, which is ranked 74 out of 313 districts in Iowa and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Clear Creek Elementary consistently outperforms the state and district averages in standardized test scores. In the 2024-2025 school year, 83% of 3rd graders and 88.2% of 4th graders were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 67.9% and 76% statewide. In mathematics, 83% of 3rd graders and 96.1% of 4th graders were proficient or better, compared to 75.8% and 74.3% statewide. However, the school has experienced higher rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 11.5% to 23.4% over the past few years. The school also serves a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 18.79% to 27.04%, suggesting a more affluent student population compared to the state and some nearby schools.

When comparing Clear Creek Elementary to nearby schools, it generally outperforms them in academic performance. For example, Penn Elementary School also demonstrates strong academic results, suggesting that factors beyond just the school district may contribute to student success. The school's low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 12 to 13.8 students per teacher, may also contribute to its strong academic performance. Overall, Clear Creek Elementary School appears to be a high-performing school, but the district should continue to monitor and address areas for improvement, such as chronic absenteeism, to ensure all students have the opportunity to succeed.