Serving 1,097 students in grades 5-8, Hal E Clark Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- 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 1,097 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,097 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Hal E Clark Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hal E Clark Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#499 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
8%
13%
White
68%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hal E Clark Middle School's ranking?
Hal E Clark Middle School is ranked #499 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
1,097 students attend Hal E Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hal E Clark Middle School students are White, 19% 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 18:1, 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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