William J. Clark Middle School serves 665 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William J. Clark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William J. Clark Middle School's student population of 665 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of William J. Clark Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
92%
32%
White
2%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are William J. Clark Middle School often compared to?
William J. Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert E. Howard Middle School, Felton Laboratory Charter School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend William J. Clark Middle School?
665 students attend William J. Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of William J. Clark Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William J. Clark Middle School?
William J. Clark Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does William J. Clark Middle School offer ?
William J. Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is William J. Clark Middle School part of?
William J. Clark Middle School is part of Orangeburg School District.
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