Serving 608 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clark Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clark Elementary School's student population of 608 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Clark Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#223 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
19%
11%
White
60%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark Elementary School's ranking?
Clark Elementary School is ranked #223 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Clark Elementary School often compared to?
Clark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Elementary School, Lone Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Clark Elementary School?
608 students attend Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Clark Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clark Elementary School?
Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clark Elementary School offer ?
Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clark Elementary School part of?
Clark Elementary School is part of Paducah Independent School District.
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