Serving 366 students in grades 6-8, Walt Clark Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walt Clark Middle School's student population of 366 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walt Clark Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walt Clark Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#986 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walt Clark Middle School's ranking?
Walt Clark Middle School is ranked #986 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Walt Clark Middle School often compared to?
Walt Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bill Reed Middle School, Lucile Erwin Middle School, New Vision Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Walt Clark Middle School?
366 students attend Walt Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Walt Clark Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walt Clark Middle School?
Walt Clark Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Walt Clark Middle School offer ?
Walt Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walt Clark Middle School part of?
Walt Clark Middle School is part of Thompson School District R-2j.
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