Serving 637 students in grades 6-8, Clarke Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarke Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Clarke Middle School's student population of 637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarke Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarke Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#894 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarke Middle School's ranking?
Clarke Middle School is ranked #894 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clarke Middle School often compared to?
Clarke Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jericho Middle School, South Woods Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Clarke Middle School?
637 students attend Clarke Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Clarke Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarke Middle School?
Clarke Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clarke Middle School offer ?
Clarke Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarke Middle School part of?
Clarke Middle School is part of East Meadow Union Free School District.
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