Very Good
#2025 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 24% in state
Clark EL
Elementary School · GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD
2250 MEMORIAL PKWY, Portland, TX 78374
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,025 of 8,552
In Portland
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Clark EL
Elementary School in Portland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Clark EL
Clark EL is a public elementary school in Portland, TX, part of GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD. Clark EL serves approximately 649 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Clark EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,025 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Clark EL show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Clark EL — Students at Clark EL score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 7.0/10.
How Clark EL Compares
See how Clark EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2250 MEMORIAL PKWY, Portland, TX 78374
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clark EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAST CLIFF EL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Corpus Christi), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GILBERT J MIRCOVICH EL (rated 7.0/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Ingleside), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREGORY-PORTLAND MIDDLE Portland | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| GREGORY-PORTLAND H S Portland | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| EAST CLIFF EL Portland | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ANDREWS EL Portland | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| AUSTIN EL Gregory | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| INGLESIDE H S Ingleside | 6.2 mi | 7.1 |
| LEON TAYLOR MIDDLE Ingleside | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| COASTAL HORIZONS ACADEMY Stephenville | 6.8 mi | 4.6 |
| RICARDO L TREVINO J H Taft | 7.0 mi | 5.5 |
| WOODROE PETTY EL Taft | 7.3 mi | 5.5 |
| INGLESIDE PRI Ingleside | 7.1 mi | 5.5 |
| GILBERT J MIRCOVICH EL Ingleside | 7.1 mi | 7.0 |
| TAFT H S Taft | 7.7 mi | 5.8 |
| COLES H S AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Corpus Christi | 8.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 9.0 mi | 7.2 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 9.6 mi | 3.1 |
| ROY MILLER H S AND METRO SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi | 9.4 mi | 4.9 |
| CHARLIE MARSHALL EL Aransas Pass | 8.9 mi | 4.2 |
| A C BLUNT MIDDLE Aransas Pass | 9.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ARANSAS PASS H S Aransas Pass | 9.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,580
Median Home Value
$225,800
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
20,152
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
35.6
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|---|---|
| AGNES COTTON ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 7.7 |
| AIKMAN EL Hereford, TX | 7.7 |
| ALDERSON EL Lubbock, TX | 7.7 |
| ARLINGTON CLASSICS ACADEMY -INTERMEDIATE Arlington, TX | 7.7 |
| BEAR BRANCH EL Kingwood, TX | 7.7 |
| CHISUM EL Paris, TX | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clark EL
What grades does Clark EL serve?
Clark EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Clark EL?
Clark EL has an enrollment of approximately 649 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clark EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Clark EL is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clark EL rank in TX?
Clark EL ranks #2,025 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Clark EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Clark EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Clark EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clark EL has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Clark EL a charter school?
No, Clark EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clark EL a Title I school?
No, Clark EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clark EL?
68.0% of students at Clark EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 649
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Patricio County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.6%
- Phone
- (361) 777-4045
Resources & Links
District
GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,963
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,220
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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