Serving 718 students in grades 6-8, Clarke Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarke Middle School serves the west part of Athens, GA, covering an area of approximately 19.6 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarke Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Clarke Middle School's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clarke Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarke Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1000 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarke Middle School's ranking?
Clarke Middle School is ranked #1000 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Clarke Middle School often compared to?
Clarke Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burney-harris-lyons Middle School, Hilsman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Clarke Middle School?
718 students attend Clarke Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Clarke Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarke Middle School?
Clarke Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarke Middle School offer ?
Clarke Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarke Middle School part of?
Clarke Middle School is part of Clarke County School District.
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