Serving 153 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clarkes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarkes Elementary School serves the northeast part of the Mulino, OR school district, covering an area of approximately 69 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school being about 15.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarkes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clarkes Elementary School's student population of 153 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Clarkes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkes Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#233 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
79%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarkes Elementary School's ranking?
Clarkes Elementary School is ranked #233 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Clarkes Elementary School?
153 students attend Clarkes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Clarkes Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarkes Elementary School?
Clarkes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clarkes Elementary School offer ?
Clarkes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarkes Elementary School part of?
Clarkes Elementary School is part of Molalla River SD 35 School District.
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