Serving 1,553 students in grades 6-8, Clark Pleasant 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 39% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), 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: 1,553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark Pleasant Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clark Pleasant Middle School's student population of 1,553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clark Pleasant 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 Clark Pleasant Middle School is 0.53, 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
#552 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
7%
13%
White
66%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark Pleasant Middle School's ranking?
Clark Pleasant Middle School is ranked #552 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Clark Pleasant Middle School often compared to?
Clark Pleasant Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Community Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Clark Pleasant Middle School?
1,553 students attend Clark Pleasant Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Clark Pleasant Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clark Pleasant Middle School?
Clark Pleasant Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clark Pleasant Middle School offer ?
Clark Pleasant Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clark Pleasant Middle School part of?
Clark Pleasant Middle School is part of Clark-Pleasant Community Sch Corp School District.
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