Serving 282 students in grades 6-8, Clinton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clinton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Clinton, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 53.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge reaching up to 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clinton Middle School's student population of 282 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clinton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#995 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Middle School's ranking?
Clinton Middle School is ranked #995 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Clinton Middle School often compared to?
Clinton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sand Creek High School, Tecumseh Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Clinton Middle School?
282 students attend Clinton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Clinton Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton Middle School?
Clinton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Clinton Middle School offer ?
Clinton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clinton Middle School part of?
Clinton Middle School is part of Clinton Community Schools.
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