Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Clarke Elementary 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clarke Elementary School's student population of 567 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarke Elementary 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 Clarke Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#3353 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
30%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarke Elementary School's ranking?
Clarke Elementary School is ranked #3353 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Clarke Elementary School often compared to?
Clarke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Venable Village Elementary School, Clear Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Clarke Elementary School?
567 students attend Clarke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Clarke Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarke Elementary School?
Clarke Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarke Elementary School offer ?
Clarke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Clarke Elementary School part of?
Clarke Elementary School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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