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#165 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 7% in state

Clark Elementary

Elementary School · Issaquah School District

335 First Avenue SE, Issaquah, WA 98027

Enrollment

601

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#165 of 2,228

In Issaquah

#4 of 15

public schools

In district

#12 of 30

Issaquah School District

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Clark Elementary

8.8/10

Elementary School in Issaquah · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gibson Ek High School

6.0/10

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Issaquah Middle School

6.6/10

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About Clark Elementary

Clark Elementary is a public elementary school in Issaquah, WA, part of Issaquah School District. Clark Elementary serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Clark Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #165 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Clark Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.9
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,188
Chronic Absenteeism25.6%

Clark Elementary — Students at Clark Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 69.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
63.3%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
64.4%
ELA
67.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Clark Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
93th percentile in WA
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.6%

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

335 First Avenue SE, Issaquah, WA 98027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clark Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedar Trails Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Grand Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), 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 6.0
Issaquah Middle School Issaquah 0.3 mi 6.6
Issaquah High School Issaquah 0.4 mi 7.9
Issaquah Preschool Academy Issaquah 0.8 mi 6.8
Holly Street Early Learning Center Issaquah 0.8 mi 5.8
Issaquah Valley Elementary Issaquah 0.8 mi 7.7
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 6.4
Issaquah Special Services Issaquah 2.0 mi 4.2
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 7.8
Cedar Trails Elementary Sammamish 2.8 mi 9.4
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

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Cascade Elementary East Wenatchee, WA 8.8
Cedar Wood Elementary Bothell, WA 8.8
Franklin Elementary Spokane, WA 8.8
Garfield Elementary School Everett, WA 8.8

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 ranks #165 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Clark Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Clark Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clark Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.6%

District

Issaquah School District
District Enrollment
19,452
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,188
District Rank
#12 of 30

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