Serving 474 students in grades 5-8, Clare Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clare Middle School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Clare Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clare Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1654 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clare Middle School's ranking?
Clare Middle School is ranked #1654 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Clare Middle School often compared to?
Clare Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farwell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Clare Middle School?
474 students attend Clare Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Clare Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clare Middle School?
Clare Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Clare Middle School offer ?
Clare Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clare Middle School part of?
Clare Middle School is part of Clare School District.
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