Best Public Schools in Clinton, IA

The city of Clinton, Iowa is home to 6 schools that are part of the Clinton Community School District, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district is ranked 233 out of 313 districts in Iowa and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Whittier Elementary School stands out as the top-performing school in the district, consistently ranking among the top 54 elementary schools in Iowa over the past 3 years and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Whittier's students have significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to the district and state averages. Another standout is Eagle Heights Elementary, which has a 3-star rating and ranks in the top 246 elementary schools in Iowa, with students outperforming the district and state in most subject areas. In contrast, Jefferson Elementary appears to be the lowest-performing school in the district, with proficiency rates well below the district and state averages across all grade levels and subject areas.

The data reveals significant disparities in school performance, with a wide range of proficiency rates and ratings among the schools. The district's graduation rate at Clinton High School is 88.3%, while the chronic absenteeism rate across all schools is 21.6%. Spending per student varies from $12,691 at Whittier Elementary to $16,691 at Clinton High School, which may contribute to the performance differences. Overall, the Clinton Community School District faces challenges in addressing the disparities and improving the quality of education for all students.