Serving 1,423 students in grades 6-8, Clay Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clay Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clay Middle School's student population of 1,423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clay Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
4%
13%
White
74%
64%
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
13%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay Middle School's ranking?
Clay Middle School is ranked #151 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Clay Middle School often compared to?
Clay Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmel Middle School, Creekside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Clay Middle School?
1,423 students attend Clay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Clay Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clay Middle School?
Clay Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clay Middle School offer ?
Clay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clay Middle School part of?
Clay Middle School is part of Carmel Clay Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 12/7/2021
I love this school a lot..this school is very nice. It makes middle school WAY easier.
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