Serving 587 students in grades 6-8, Robert E Clark Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert E Clark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Robert E Clark Middle School's student population of 587 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert E Clark Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert E Clark Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1033 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
22%
Black
15%
7%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert E Clark Middle School's ranking?
Robert E Clark Middle School is ranked #1033 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Robert E Clark Middle School often compared to?
Robert E Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piper Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Robert E Clark Middle School?
587 students attend Robert E Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Robert E Clark Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert E Clark Middle School?
Robert E Clark Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert E Clark Middle School offer ?
Robert E Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Robert E Clark Middle School part of?
Robert E Clark Middle School is part of Bonner Springs School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert E Clark Middle School located?
Robert E Clark Middle School is located in the Bonner Loring neighborhood of Bonner Springs, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Bonner Loring.
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