Serving 563 students in grades 6-8, Joyce Clark Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joyce Clark Middle School's student population of 563 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joyce Clark Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joyce Clark Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1008 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joyce Clark Middle School's ranking?
Joyce Clark Middle School is ranked #1008 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Joyce Clark Middle School often compared to?
Joyce Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center For Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8, Benson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Joyce Clark Middle School?
563 students attend Joyce Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Joyce Clark Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joyce Clark Middle School?
Joyce Clark Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joyce Clark Middle School offer ?
Joyce Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joyce Clark Middle School part of?
Joyce Clark Middle School is part of Sierra Vista Unified District (4175) School District.
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