Serving 650 students in grades Prekindergarten-9, Clark School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clark School serves the west part of its school district in Cleveland, OH, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clark School's student population of 650 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Clark School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2342 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
61%
8%
Black
24%
17%
White
12%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark School's ranking?
Clark School is ranked #2342 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Clark School often compared to?
Clark Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph M Gallagher School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Clark School?
650 students attend Clark School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Clark School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clark School?
Clark School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clark School offer ?
Clark School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark School part of?
Clark School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Clark School located?
Clark School is located in the Detroit Shoreway neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in Detroit Shoreway.
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