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Clarinda Academy (Closed 2025)

1820 N 16th St
Clarinda, IA 51632
Clarinda Academy in Clarinda, IA serves 143 students in grades 7 through 12 within a rural community setting.
The school operates as a nonsectarian, co–educational private school with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 supported by 8 teachers.
Clarinda Academy is affiliated with the National Independent ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s Association and reflects a diverse student body with 57.93 percent students of color.
The school offers secondary education in a rural area, providing an option for families seeking a nonsectarian Iowa private school for grades 7–12.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
143 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
58%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Clarinda Academy?
The application deadline for Clarinda Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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