Serving 465 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clarke School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clarke School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarke School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarke School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1144 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarke School's ranking?
Clarke School is ranked #1144 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Clarke School often compared to?
Clarke Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brown School, Lincoln School, Hollywood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Clarke School?
465 students attend Clarke School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Clarke School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarke School?
Clarke School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clarke School offer ?
Clarke School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarke School part of?
Clarke School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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