Below Average
#1434 of 1,793 schools in MA
Clarke
Elementary School · Swampscott
100 Middlesex Avenue, Swampscott, MA 01907
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,434 of 1,793
In Swampscott
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Swampscott
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Clarke
Elementary School in Swampscott · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Clarke
Clarke is a public elementary school in Swampscott, MA, part of Swampscott. Clarke serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Clarke has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,434 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Clarke show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Clarke sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Clarke — Students at Clarke score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2023-24)
Based on 48 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Clarke Compares
See how Clarke performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 Middlesex Avenue, Swampscott, MA 01907
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clarke may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stanley (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aborn (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Lynn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hadley (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Swampscott, see our Swampscott schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Swampscott High Swampscott | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Hadley Swampscott | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Stanley Swampscott | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center Lynn | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Thurgood Marshall Mid Lynn | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Swampscott Middle Swampscott | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Brickett Elementary Lynn | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Aborn Lynn | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Ingalls Lynn | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Hood Lynn | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| E J Harrington Lynn | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Lynn English High Lynn | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Robert L Ford Lynn | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy Lynn | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Salem High Salem | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Lynn | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School Lynn | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Horace Mann Laboratory Salem | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| JOI CHILD CARE CENTER Lynn | 2.0 mi | — |
| Cobbet Elementary Lynn | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,714
Median Home Value
$690,800
Median Rent
$2,206/mo
Population
15,279
College Educated
61.5%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
45.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alice A Macomber Westport, MA | 4.7 |
| Frederick C Murphy Weymouth, MA | 4.7 |
| Meetinghouse School Westminster, MA | 4.7 |
| Provincetown Schools Provincetown, MA | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield, MA | 4.7 |
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Methuen, MA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clarke
What grades does Clarke serve?
Clarke serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Clarke?
Clarke has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarke?
The student-teacher ratio at Clarke is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clarke rank in MA?
Clarke ranks #1,434 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Clarke's MySchoolScout rating?
Clarke has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Clarke?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clarke has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Clarke a charter school?
No, Clarke is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clarke a Title I school?
No, Clarke is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 206
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (781) 596-8812
Resources & Links
District
Swampscott- District Enrollment
- 2,078
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,140
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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