Serving 282 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clark Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clark Elementary School serves the northwest part of Uniontown, PA, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.4 miles, extending up to 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clark Elementary School's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Clark Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1943 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
12%
14%
White
74%
60%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and White
School Mascot
Owls
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark Elementary School's ranking?
Clark Elementary School is ranked #1943 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Clark Elementary School often compared to?
Clark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hutchinson Elementary School, Marshall Elementary School, Hatfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Clark Elementary School?
282 students attend Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Clark Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clark Elementary School?
Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clark Elementary School offer ?
Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark Elementary School part of?
Clark Elementary School is part of Laurel Highlands School District.
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