Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. S. Clark Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. S. Clark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J. S. Clark Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J. S. Clark Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. S. Clark Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1106 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
97%
42%
White
1%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. S. Clark Elementary School's ranking?
J. S. Clark Elementary School is ranked #1106 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are J. S. Clark Elementary School often compared to?
J. S. Clark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hill Elementary School, Magnolia School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend J. S. Clark Elementary School?
388 students attend J. S. Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of J. S. Clark Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. S. Clark Elementary School?
J. S. Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does J. S. Clark Elementary School offer ?
J. S. Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J. S. Clark Elementary School part of?
J. S. Clark Elementary School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is J. S. Clark Elementary School located?
J. S. Clark Elementary School is located in the Allendale Lakeside neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Allendale Lakeside.
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