Serving 1,032 students in grades 5-8, Hal E Clark Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,032 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: HAL E CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL serves the southeast part of Saint John, IN, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school reaching up to 6.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hal E Clark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hal E Clark Middle School's student population of 1,032 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,032 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Coyotes!
School Rankings
Hal E Clark Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hal E Clark Middle School is 0.51, 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
#532 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Coyote colors unspecified
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hal E Clark Middle School's ranking?
Hal E Clark Middle School is ranked #532 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Hal E Clark Middle School often compared to?
Hal E Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Michael Grimmer Middle School, Kolling Elementary School, Kahler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Hal E Clark Middle School?
1,032 students attend Hal E Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hal E Clark Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hal E Clark Middle School?
Hal E Clark Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hal E Clark Middle School offer ?
Hal E Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hal E Clark Middle School part of?
Hal E Clark Middle School is part of Lake Central School Corporation School District.
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