Serving 734 students in grades 6-8, North Clay 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 40% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Clay Middle School's student population of 734 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
734 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
North Clay Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Clay Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#772 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Clay Middle School's ranking?
North Clay Middle School is ranked #772 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend North Clay Middle School?
734 students attend North Clay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Clay Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Clay Middle School?
North Clay Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Clay Middle School offer ?
North Clay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Clay Middle School part of?
North Clay Middle School is part of Clay Community Schools.
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