Clark Elementary School serves 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Clark Elementary School is 0.83, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
21%
3%
White
22%
58%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Clark Elementary School?
340 students attend Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
22% of Clark Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
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 Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clark Elementary School offer ?
Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Clark Elementary School part of?
Clark Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
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