Serving 385 students in grades 6-8, Clinton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clinton Middle School's student population of 385 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Clinton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1645 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Clinton School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Middle School's ranking?
Clinton Middle School is ranked #1645 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Clinton Middle School?
385 students attend Clinton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Clinton Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton Middle School?
Clinton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Clinton Middle School offer ?
Clinton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clinton Middle School part of?
Clinton Middle School is part of Clinton School District.
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