CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Clark Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the New London Comm School District school district, located in New London, IA with about 260 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Clark Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Clark Elementary School is a public primary educational institution located in New London, Iowa. Serving as a central part of the New London Community School District, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for young students. Its curriculum is designed to build a strong foundational knowledge in core subjects while emphasizing the social and emotional development necessary for students to succeed as they transition into middle and high school levels.

The school places a high value on community engagement and parental involvement, viewing these partnerships as essential to student achievement. By utilizing its location in the small town of New London, Clark Elementary maintains a tight-knit atmosphere where staff can offer more personalized attention to each student’s needs. Through a combination of dedicated instruction, extracurricular opportunities, and a focus on character development, the school strives to prepare its students to become productive and engaged citizens within the local community and beyond.

For more information, contact Clark Elementary School at (319) 367-0507 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.