Serving 75 students in grades Prekindergarten, Clark Early Childhood Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Attendance Zone: Clark Elementary School serves the northern part of Sioux City, IA, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2.1 miles, with the furthest edge being 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clark Early Childhood Center's student population of 75 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Clark Early Childhood Center is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)85-89%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)80-84%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
14%
Black
19%
7%
White
36%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% IA state average).
How many students attend Clark Early Childhood Center?
75 students attend Clark Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Clark Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clark Early Childhood Center?
Clark Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clark Early Childhood Center offer ?
Clark Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark Early Childhood Center part of?
Clark Early Childhood Center is part of Sioux City Comm School District.
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