Serving 765 students in grades 6-8, North Clay 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 41% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
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 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Clay Middle School's student population of 765 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
765 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Clay Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Clay Middle School is 0.15, 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
#736 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 North Clay Middle School's ranking?
North Clay Middle School is ranked #736 out of 1,763 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend North Clay Middle School?
765 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 Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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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