Clark Elementary School

301 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Clark Elementary School, located at 201 2nd Ave NW in Le Mars, Iowa, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Le Mars Community School District. Dedicated to fostering the academic and social-emotional growth of its students, the school focuses on providing a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of young children. As a central part of the Le Mars community, the school emphasizes strong partnerships between educators, families, and local stakeholders to ensure that every student has the tools necessary for future academic success.

Beyond its core curriculum, Clark Elementary is known for cultivating a sense of community and school spirit among its students and staff. The school prioritizes a well-rounded education, often incorporating programs that encourage character development, inclusivity, and active participation. By maintaining a student-centered approach, the faculty strives to create a safe and engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, build lasting friendships, and develop a lifelong love for learning.

301

Total Students

21.1

Full-Time Teachers

14.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

50.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Clark Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	169
Hispanic	95
Black	10
Asian	1
Two or More	20
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	4

White
169 (56.1%)
Hispanic
95 (31.6%)
Two or More
20 (6.6%)
Black
10 (3.3%)
Pacific Islander
4 (1.3%)
American Indian
2 (0.7%)
Asian
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Le Mars Comm School District
Phone:	(712)546-8121
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	301
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	120
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	31

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 49

Kindergarten 36

Grade 1 41

Grade 2 34

Grade 3 44

Grade 4 48

Grade 5 49