Serving 549 students in grades 6-8, Clark Lane Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark Lane Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clark Lane Middle School's student population of 549 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clark Lane Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark Lane Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#382 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
3%
12%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark Lane Middle School's ranking?
Clark Lane Middle School is ranked #382 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Clark Lane Middle School often compared to?
Clark Lane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ledyard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Clark Lane Middle School?
549 students attend Clark Lane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Clark Lane Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clark Lane Middle School?
Clark Lane Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Clark Lane Middle School offer ?
Clark Lane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark Lane Middle School part of?
Clark Lane Middle School is part of Waterford School District.
In what neighborhood is Clark Lane Middle School located?
Clark Lane Middle School is located in the Central Waterford neighborhood of Waterford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Central Waterford.
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