Serving 283 students in grades 6-8, Clinton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clinton Middle School's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Clinton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1136 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
88%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Middle School's ranking?
Clinton Middle School is ranked #1136 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clinton Middle School often compared to?
Clinton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Clinton Middle School?
283 students attend Clinton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Clinton Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton Middle School?
Clinton Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clinton Middle School offer ?
Clinton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clinton Middle School part of?
Clinton Middle School is part of Clinton Central School District.
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