Serving 262 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John S Clark Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
John S Clark Elementary School's student population of 262 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Motto
Commitment to Excellence
School Rankings
John S Clark Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John S Clark Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Hispanic
66%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
22%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John S Clark Elementary School's ranking?
John S Clark Elementary School is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend John S Clark Elementary School?
262 students attend John S Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of John S Clark Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John S Clark Elementary School?
John S Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does John S Clark Elementary School offer ?
John S Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is John S Clark Elementary School part of?
John S Clark Elementary School is part of Waukegan CUSD 60 School District.
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