Serving 599 students in grades 7-8, Susan Clark Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Susan Clark Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Susan Clark Junior High School's student population of 599 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Susan Clark Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Susan Clark Junior High School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#967 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
30%
13%
Black
5%
7%
White
59%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susan Clark Junior High School's ranking?
Susan Clark Junior High School is ranked #967 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Susan Clark Junior High School?
599 students attend Susan Clark Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Susan Clark Junior High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Susan Clark Junior High School?
Susan Clark Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Susan Clark Junior High School offer ?
Susan Clark Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Susan Clark Junior High School part of?
Susan Clark Junior High School is part of Muscatine Comm School District.
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