Clark Elementary School in Selma, AL serves 138 students in grades PK through 6 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Minority enrollment is 97%, primarily Black (131 students), with a high proportion of students eligible for free lunch at approximately 91%, indicating a stable socioeconomic composition over recent years.
Math proficiency stands at 6–9%, reading proficiency at 20–24%, and science proficiency at 10% or less, all of which are lower than the Alabama state averages of 30% for math, 47% for reading, and 38% for science.
The school's overall ranking has declined, currently positioned at #1111 in Alabama in 2023, down from a peak rank of #281 in 2011.
Graduation rates have remained steady around 80% from 2013 to 2023, which is lower than the state average of 88% in 2023.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clark Elementary School's student population of 113 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
113 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clark Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1111 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
93%
31%
White
3%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark Elementary School's ranking?
Clark Elementary School is ranked #1111 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Clark Elementary School often compared to?
Clark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Clark Elementary School?
113 students attend Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Clark Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clark Elementary School?
Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clark Elementary School offer ?
Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark Elementary School part of?
Clark Elementary School is part of Selma City School District.
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