Serving 153 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clarkes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarkes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clarkes Elementary School's student population of 153 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarkes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkes Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#233 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
79%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarkes Elementary School's ranking?
Clarkes Elementary School is ranked #233 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Clarkes Elementary School?
153 students attend Clarkes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Clarkes Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarkes Elementary School?
Clarkes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clarkes Elementary School offer ?
Clarkes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarkes Elementary School part of?
Clarkes Elementary School is part of Molalla River SD 35 School District.
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