Serving 892 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Clarke El Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 892 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarke El Ctr's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pottsville, PA, encompassing approximately 12.2 square miles. The zone is typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to its edge and extending up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clarke El Center's student population of 892 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
892 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarke El Center 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 Clarke El Center is 0.55, 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
#1459 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
23%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
63%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarke El Center's ranking?
Clarke El Center is ranked #1459 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Clarke El Center often compared to?
Clarke El Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Lengel Middle School, Gillingham Charter School, Schuylkill Haven El Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Clarke El Center?
892 students attend Clarke El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Clarke El Center students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarke El Center?
Clarke El Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarke El Center offer ?
Clarke El Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarke El Center part of?
Clarke El Center is part of Pottsville Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Clarke El Center located?
Clarke El Center is located in the Yorkville neighborhood of Pottsville, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Yorkville.
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