Serving 745 students in grades 6-8, Clinton 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 60% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clinton Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 30.8 square miles in Clinton, IA. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clinton Middle School's student population of 745 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
745 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clinton 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 Clinton Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1029 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Middle School's ranking?
Clinton Middle School is ranked #1029 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Clinton Middle School?
745 students attend Clinton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Clinton Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton Middle School?
Clinton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
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 Comm School District.
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