Serving 693 students in grades 6-8, Clack Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clack Middle serves the southwest area of Abilene, TX, covering approximately 22.2 square miles. Within this zone, most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clack Middle School's student population of 693 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
693 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clack Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clack Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#6385 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
46%
54%
Black
19%
13%
White
26%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clack Middle School's ranking?
Clack Middle School is ranked #6385 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Clack Middle School?
693 students attend Clack Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Clack Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clack Middle School?
Clack Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clack Middle School offer ?
Clack Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clack Middle School part of?
Clack Middle School is part of Abilene Independent School District.
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