Joyce Clark Middle School in Sierra Vista, AZ, serves 563 students in grades 6–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 16:1.
Math proficiency is 27%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34% and the Sierra Vista Unified District average of 34%, with a decline from 44% in 2019 to 27% in 2023.
Reading proficiency stands at 40%, approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%, but below the district average of 44%, showing a downward trend from 81% in 2011 to 40% in 2023.
Science proficiency is 20%, which is lower than the state average of 24%, indicating below–average performance in science compared to state and district levels.
Enrollment declined from 809 students in 2018 to 563 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased notably from 25% in 2022 to 41% in 2023, reflecting changes in the socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joyce Clark Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sierra Vista school district, covering approximately 108.2 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joyce Clark Middle School's student population of 462 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joyce Clark Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joyce Clark Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#871 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
45%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
40%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joyce Clark Middle School's ranking?
Joyce Clark Middle School is ranked #871 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Joyce Clark Middle School often compared to?
Joyce Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benson Middle School, Center For Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Joyce Clark Middle School?
462 students attend Joyce Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Joyce Clark Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joyce Clark Middle School?
Joyce Clark Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joyce Clark Middle School offer ?
Joyce Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joyce Clark Middle School part of?
Joyce Clark Middle School is part of Sierra Vista Unified District (4175).
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