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#1716 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 50% in state

Clark School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

2121 W 67th St, Cleveland, OH 44102

Enrollment

627

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,716 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#20 of 152

public schools

In district

#9 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Clark School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Max S Hayes High School

4.2/10

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Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Elementary

4.5/10

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About Clark School

Clark School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Clark School serves approximately 627 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Clark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,716 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Clark School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Clark School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism35.7%

Clark School — Students at Clark School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
89%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
32.8%
ELA
35.9%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Clark School Compares

See how Clark School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in OH
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2121 W 67th St, Cleveland, OH 44102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clark School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menlo Park Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, METRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Max S Hayes High School Cleveland 0.2 mi 4.2
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Elementary Cleveland 0.4 mi 4.5
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Middle Cleveland 0.4 mi 4.3
METRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cleveland 0.6 mi 7.0
Halle Cleveland 0.6 mi 3.7
Menlo Park Academy Cleveland 0.5 mi 8.3
Waverly Elementary School Cleveland 0.7 mi 3.2
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Cleveland 0.7 mi 7.6
URBAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Cleveland 0.6 mi 6.9
Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy Cleveland 0.8 mi 5.7
Village Preparatory School Willard Cleveland 0.9 mi 6.3
Constellation Schools: Madison Community Elementary Cleveland 0.9 mi 1.8
Orchard School Cleveland 0.9 mi 3.4
Garrett Morgan School of Engineering & Innovation Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.1
Garrett Morgan School of Leadership and Innovation Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.2
Lincoln Park Academy Cleveland 1.0 mi 6.5
Joseph M Gallagher School Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.5
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.8
Near West Intergenerational School Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.8
Almira Cleveland 1.3 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,303

Median Home Value

$99,300

Median Rent

$911/mo

Population

40,178

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

35.1%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

32.9%

Median Age

35.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clark School

What grades does Clark School serve?

Clark School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Clark School?

Clark School has an enrollment of approximately 627 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clark School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clark School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clark School rank in OH?

Clark School ranks #1,716 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Clark School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Clark School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clark School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Clark School a charter school?

No, Clark School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clark School a Title I school?

No, Clark School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
627
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.7%

District

Cleveland Municipal
District Enrollment
33,841
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,255
District Rank
#9 of 93

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