For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 113 students in Clarks, NE.
The top ranked public school in Clarks, NE is High Plains Community Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarks, NE public school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Clarks have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clarks, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
High Plains Community Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 W Pearl St
Clarks, NE 68628
(308) 548-2216
Clarks, NE 68628
(308) 548-2216
Grades: PK-6
| 113 students
Clarks, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 W Pearl St
Clarks, NE 68628
(308) 548-2216
Clarks, NE 68628
(308) 548-2216
Grades: 6-8
| 53 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clarks, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Clarks, NE include High Plains Community Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clarks?
1 public schools are located in Clarks.
What is the racial composition of students in Clarks?
Clarks public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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