Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Karl F. Clemens Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Karl F. Clemens Elementary serves the eastern part of Wasco, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of the school, typically 5-10 minutes away, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Karl F. Clemens Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Karl F. Clemens Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Karl F. Clemens Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8224 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karl F. Clemens Elementary School's ranking?
Karl F. Clemens Elementary School is ranked #8224 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Karl F. Clemens Elementary School?
551 students attend Karl F. Clemens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Karl F. Clemens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Karl F. Clemens Elementary School?
Karl F. Clemens Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Karl F. Clemens Elementary School offer ?
Karl F. Clemens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Karl F. Clemens Elementary School part of?
Karl F. Clemens Elementary School is part of Wasco Union Elementary School District.
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