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#253 of 388 private schools in MA

Clark School

School

14 FOREST RIDGE DR UNIT 3 # 8, Rowley, MA 01969

Private

Enrollment

158

Student-Teacher

5.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#253 of 388

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Clark School

5.8/10

School in Rowley · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Clark School

Clark School is a private school in Rowley, MA. Clark School serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Clark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.5 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 158 students, Clark School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Clark School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Clark School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Clark School compares to the 1 public school in Rowley, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
This School
vs
11.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
158
This School
vs
447
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
9.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.3% vs 0%
Asian 1.9% vs 0%
Black 1.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.3% vs 0%
Clark School Rowley Public Avg

All Schools in Rowley

School Rating
Clark School (this school) 5.8
Pine Grove 9.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,092
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 11%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 158
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 94.3%
Asian 1.9%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 1.3%
Two or More 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

14 FOREST RIDGE DR UNIT 3 # 8, Rowley, MA 01969

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clark School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pine Grove (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Steward Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Topsfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ipswich High (rated 8.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Ipswich), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rowley, see our Rowley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Paul F Doyon Memorial Ipswich 1.8 mi 8.7
NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rowley 2.1 mi
Pine Grove Rowley 2.6 mi 9.2
Steward Elementary Topsfield 3.3 mi 8.8
Triton Regional Middle School Byfield 3.4 mi 7.6
Triton Regional High School Byfield 3.4 mi 6.5
SOLSTICE SCHOOL Rowley 3.4 mi
Ipswich High Ipswich 3.3 mi 8.8
Ipswich Middle School Ipswich 3.3 mi 7.3
PINGREE SCHOOL South Hamilton 4.1 mi 7.2
Proctor Elementary Topsfield 4.2 mi 7.4
Penn Brook Georgetown 3.7 mi 4.1
Winthrop Ipswich 3.9 mi 6.7
Georgetown High School Georgetown 4.1 mi 5.7
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown 4.1 mi 3.9
Perley Elementary Georgetown 4.3 mi 3.2
Cutler School South Hamilton 5.5 mi 5.4
CUVILLY ARTS & EARTH CENTER Ipswich 4.5 mi
Masconomet Regional Middle School Boxford 5.6 mi 6.2
Masconomet Regional High School Boxford 5.6 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01969 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,177

Median Home Value

$633,900

Median Rent

$1,424/mo

Population

6,214

College Educated

51.2%

Homeownership

81.8%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

1.4%

Median Age

50

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clark School

What grades does Clark School serve?

Clark School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Clark School?

Clark School has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clark School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clark School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Clark School rank in MA?

Clark School ranks #253 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Clark School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Clark School a private school?

Yes, Clark School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Clark School a religious school?

No, Clark School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
158
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
156 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County

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