Average
#1303 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Joyce Clark Middle School
Middle School · Sierra Vista Unified District (4175)
1045 S LENZNER AVE, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,303 of 2,006
In Sierra Vista
#9 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Sierra Vista Unified District (4175)
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About Joyce Clark Middle School
Joyce Clark Middle School is a public middle school in Sierra Vista, AZ, part of Sierra Vista Unified District (4175). Joyce Clark Middle School serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Joyce Clark Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,303 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Joyce Clark Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
71% of students at Joyce Clark Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Joyce Clark Middle School — Students at Joyce Clark Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Joyce Clark Middle School Compares
See how Joyce Clark Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1045 S LENZNER AVE, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joyce Clark Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. General Myer Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Huachuca), which scores notably higher. Another option is Colonel Smith Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Fort Huachuca), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Huachuca Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sierra Vista, see our Sierra Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,822
Median Home Value
$218,100
Median Rent
$985/mo
Population
34,958
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joyce Clark Middle School
What grades does Joyce Clark Middle School serve?
Joyce Clark Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Joyce Clark Middle School?
Joyce Clark Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joyce Clark Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joyce Clark Middle School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joyce Clark Middle School rank in AZ?
Joyce Clark Middle School ranks #1,303 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Joyce Clark Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joyce Clark Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Joyce Clark Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joyce Clark Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Joyce Clark Middle School a charter school?
No, Joyce Clark Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joyce Clark Middle School a Title I school?
No, Joyce Clark Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 563
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cochise County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.0%
- Phone
- (520) 515-2930
Resources & Links
District
Sierra Vista Unified District (4175)- District Enrollment
- 4,461
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,745
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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