Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clk Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: C.L.K. Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Calumet, MI, covering approximately 5,739.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 23.3 miles and the furthest edge located 74 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clk Elementary School's student population of 496 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Clk Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clk Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1386 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
18%
Showing 1993–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
97%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clk Elementary School's ranking?
Clk Elementary School is ranked #1386 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Clk Elementary School often compared to?
Clk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houghton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Clk Elementary School?
496 students attend Clk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Clk Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clk Elementary School?
Clk Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Clk Elementary School offer ?
Clk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clk Elementary School part of?
Clk Elementary School is part of Of Calumet Laurium & Keweenaw School District.
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