Serving 2,835 students in grades 9-12, Clark High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clark High School's student population of 2,835 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clark High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2983 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
24%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark High School's ranking?
Clark High School is ranked #2983 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Clark High School often compared to?
Clark High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reagan High School, Brandeis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clark High School?
The graduation rate of Clark High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clark High School?
2,835 students attend Clark High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Clark High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clark High School?
Clark High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clark High School offer ?
Clark High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clark High School part of?
Clark High School is part of Northside Independent School District.
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