Serving 599 students in grades 6-8, Robert E Clark Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert E Clark Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Bonner Springs school district, encompassing approximately 40.2 square miles. The area includes a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert E Clark Middle School's student population of 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert E Clark Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert E Clark Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1037 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert E Clark Middle School's ranking?
Robert E Clark Middle School is ranked #1037 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Robert E Clark Middle School often compared to?
Robert E Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piper Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Robert E Clark Middle School?
599 students attend Robert E Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Robert E Clark Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert E Clark Middle School?
Robert E Clark Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert E Clark Middle School offer ?
Robert E Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert E Clark Middle School part of?
Robert E Clark Middle School is part of Bonner Springs School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert E Clark Middle School located?
Robert E Clark Middle School is located in the Bonner Loring neighborhood of Bonner Springs, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Bonner Loring.
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