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#2513 of 3,813 schools in IL
Mason/clark Middle Sch
Middle School · East St Louis SD 189
5510 State St, East Saint Louis, IL 62203
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,513 of 3,813
In East Saint Louis
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
East St Louis SD 189
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Mason/clark Middle Sch
Middle School in East Saint Louis · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mason/clark Middle Sch
Mason/clark Middle Sch is a public middle school in East Saint Louis, IL, part of East St Louis SD 189. Mason/clark Middle Sch serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mason/clark Middle Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,513 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Mason/clark Middle Sch show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mason/clark Middle Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
70% of students at Mason/clark Middle Sch 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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Mason/clark Middle Sch — Students at Mason/clark Middle Sch score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL 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: 6.7/10.
How Mason/clark Middle Sch Compares
See how Mason/clark Middle Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5510 State St, East Saint Louis, IL 62203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mason/clark Middle Sch may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Harmony Intermediate Center (rated 6.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Belleville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is East St Louis-Lincoln Middle Sch (rated 5.1/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wirth/Parks Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Cahokia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in East Saint Louis, see our East Saint Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East St Louis Senior High School East Saint Louis | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Katie Harper-Wright Elem East Saint Louis | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| UNITY LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Saint Louis | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Wyvetter Younge Sch of Excellence East Saint Louis | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Annette Officer Elementary East Saint Louis | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| James Avant Elementary School Washington Pk | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| JTC BOYS ACADEMY Centreville | 1.9 mi | — |
| JTC ACADEMY Centreville | 2.1 mi | — |
| SISTER THEA BOWMAN East Saint Louis | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Lalumier Elem School Centreville | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Signal Hill Elem School Belleville | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Wirth/Parks Middle School Cahokia | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Belleville | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Dunbar Elem School East Saint Louis | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Vivian Adams Early Child Ctr East Saint Louis | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| East St Louis-Lincoln Middle Sch East Saint Louis | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| SIU Charter Sch of East St Louis East Saint Louis | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Emge Junior High School Belleville | 4.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Harmony Intermediate Center Belleville | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Ellis Elem School Belleville | 4.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,134
Median Home Value
$72,700
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
5,539
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
71.3%
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arbor Park Middle School Oak Forest, IL | 5.5 |
| Ingersoll Middle School Canton, IL | 5.5 |
| James Hart School Homewood, IL | 5.5 |
| Parkland School Mchenry, IL | 5.5 |
| Richland County Middle School Olney, IL | 5.5 |
| West Jr High School Belleville, IL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mason/clark Middle Sch
What grades does Mason/clark Middle Sch serve?
Mason/clark Middle Sch serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Mason/clark Middle Sch?
Mason/clark Middle Sch has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mason/clark Middle Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Mason/clark Middle Sch is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mason/clark Middle Sch rank in IL?
Mason/clark Middle Sch ranks #2,513 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Mason/clark Middle Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Mason/clark Middle Sch 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 Mason/clark Middle Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mason/clark Middle Sch has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mason/clark Middle Sch a charter school?
No, Mason/clark Middle Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mason/clark Middle Sch a Title I school?
No, Mason/clark Middle Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mason/clark Middle Sch?
96.8% of students at Mason/clark Middle Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 599
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Clair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.8%
- Phone
- (618) 646-3750
Resources & Links
District
East St Louis SD 189- District Enrollment
- 4,635
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,439
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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