Clark Middle School

4388 Thorn St.
San Diego, CA 92105
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 836 students in grades 6-8, Clark Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 836 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 30% in CA
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Clark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Clark Middle School's student population of 836 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
836 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Rankings

Clark Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
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<50%
34%
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<50%
49%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Clark Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of California by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
14%
12%
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Hispanic
75%
56%
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Black
6%
5%
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White
2%
21%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.42
This chart display the diversity score of Clark Middle School and the public school average diversity score of California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Clark Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clark Middle School's ranking?
Clark Middle School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Clark Middle School?
836 students attend Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Clark Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clark Middle School?
Clark Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Clark Middle School offer ?
Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clark Middle School part of?
Clark Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Clark Middle School located?
Clark Middle School is located in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in City Heights.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2024 (Saturday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 836 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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