North Clay Middle School serves 747 students in grades 6-8.
North Clay Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Clay Middle School's student population of 747 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
747 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
North Clay Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of North Clay Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
3%
14%

Black
n/a
13%

White
92%
65%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Clay Middle School's ranking?
North Clay Middle School is ranked #625 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend North Clay Middle School?
747 students attend North Clay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Clay Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Clay Middle School?
North Clay Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Clay Middle School offer ?
North Clay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Clay Middle School part of?
North Clay Middle School is part of Clay Community Schools School District.
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