Serving 289 students in grades 6-8, Clarke Community Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarke Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Osceola, IA school district, covering approximately 293.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clarke Community Middle School's student population of 289 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarke Community Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarke Community Middle School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1108 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
51%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarke Community Middle School's ranking?
Clarke Community Middle School is ranked #1108 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Clarke Community Middle School?
289 students attend Clarke Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Clarke Community Middle School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarke Community Middle School?
Clarke Community Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarke Community Middle School offer ?
Clarke Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarke Community Middle School part of?
Clarke Community Middle School is part of Clarke Comm School District.
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