Excellent
#136 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 6% in state
Clark Elementary
Elementary School · Issaquah School District
335 First Avenue SE, Issaquah, WA 98027
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Issaquah
#3 of 9
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#131 of 1,202
In district
#9 of 30
Issaquah School District
Equity
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Clark Elementary
Clark Elementary serves 601 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Issaquah, Washington. It earns a composite score of 8.9 out of 10 — rated Excellent — with an academic score of 9.0 and a growth score of 8.8. Those scores place Clark among the strongest elementary programs in the state, with both achievement and year-over-year student progress performing at a high level.
The rankings back it up. Clark places 123rd out of 2,225 public schools in Washington, outperforming 94% of schools statewide. Among Washington elementary schools specifically, it ranks 119th out of 1,202.
Locally, Clark holds 4th out of 15 Issaquah schools — a consistent presence near the top regardless of how the comparison is sliced. A student-teacher ratio of 15.0 to 1 gives each of the 601 enrolled students manageable class sizes. Clark operates as a regular public school with no selective admissions, so the Excellent rating reflects an unscreened neighborhood population.
Families scanning the Issaquah area for a strong elementary option will find Clark ranking in the top 6% of all Washington public schools.
Score Breakdown
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Clark Elementary — Students at Clark Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Clark Elementary Compares
See how Clark Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 65% (2019) to 64.4% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 70% (2019) to 67.3% (2024).
Location
335 First Avenue SE, Issaquah, WA 98027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clark Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grand Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cedar Trails Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BRIGHT HORIZONS AT THE HIGHLANDS (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Issaquah, see our Issaquah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gibson Ek High School Issaquah | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Issaquah Middle School Issaquah | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Issaquah High School Issaquah | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Issaquah Preschool Academy Issaquah | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Holly Street Early Learning Center Issaquah | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Issaquah Valley Elementary Issaquah | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| SUNNYBROOK MONTESSORI Issaquah | 1.1 mi | — |
| PACIFIC LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| DARTMOOR SCHOOL Issaquah | 1.2 mi | — |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS AT THE HIGHLANDS Issaquah | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Cougar Mountain Middle School Issaquah | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Issaquah Special Services Issaquah | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| EASTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Issaquah | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SYNERGY LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah | 2.1 mi | — |
| Grand Ridge Elementary Issaquah | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ISSAQUAH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 2.4 mi | — |
| Pacific Cascade Middle School Issaquah | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Cedar Trails Elementary Sammamish | 2.8 mi | 8.9 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - SAMMAMISH Issaquah | 3.0 mi | — |
| SNOQUALMIE SPRINGS SCHOOL Issaquah | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,000
Median Home Value
$976,400
Median Rent
$2,343/mo
Population
28,335
College Educated
65.5%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
40.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Clark Elementary has a median household income of $150,000. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $976,400, with a median rent of $2,343/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Browns Point Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 8.7 |
| Capt Johnston Blakely Elem Sch Bainbridge Island, WA | 8.7 |
| Carter Lake Elementary School Jblm Mcchord Field, WA | 8.7 |
| Chester Elementary School Spokane Valley, WA | 8.7 |
| Chloe Clark Elementary Dupont, WA | 8.7 |
| Custer Elem Custer, WA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clark Elementary
What grades does Clark Elementary serve?
Clark Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Clark Elementary?
Clark Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clark Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Clark Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clark Elementary rank in WA?
Clark Elementary is ranked #136 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Clark Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Clark Elementary has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Clark Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Clark Elementary has 64.5% math proficiency and 66.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Clark Elementary a charter school?
No, Clark Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clark Elementary a Title I school?
No, Clark Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clark Elementary?
31.4% of students at Clark Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 68 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 37 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 61 Bikeable
- County Safety
- Low (173/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 601
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 837-6250
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Issaquah School District- District Enrollment
- 19,452
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,188
- District Rank
- #9 of 30
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