Clarke Community High School vs South Tama County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 143 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clarke Community High School
Osceola · Public high · Grades 9–12
421 students
South Tama County High School
Tama · Public high · Grades 9–12
421 students
| Measure | Clarke Community High School Osceola, Iowa | South Tama County High School Tama, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #275 of 319 | #295 of 319 |
| National rank | #5552 of 16,910 | #7249 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 421 | 421 |
| Enrollment | 421 | 421 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.5% | 55.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| city | Osceola | Tama |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clarke Community High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.0 vs 54.3).
- •Clarke Community High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.5% vs 55.8%).
- •Clarke Community High School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 17.5).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Clarke Community High School better than South Tama County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Clarke Community High School ranks higher (61.0 vs 54.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Clarke Community High School and South Tama County High School?
About 143 km in a straight line, between Osceola and Tama in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clarke Community High School: 421. South Tama County High School: 421. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clarke Community High School and South Tama County High School rank in Iowa?
Clarke Community High School is 275th of 319 and South Tama County High School is 295th of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).