Excellent
#52 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 3% in state
Jonas Clarke Middle
Middle School · Lexington
17 Stedman Rd, Lexington, MA 02421
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
9.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
9.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#52 of 1,793
In Lexington
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Lexington
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Jonas Clarke Middle
Jonas Clarke Middle is a public middle school in Lexington, MA, part of Lexington. Jonas Clarke Middle serves approximately 810 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jonas Clarke Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #52 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Jonas Clarke Middle show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Jonas Clarke Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Jonas Clarke Middle — Students at Jonas Clarke Middle score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Jonas Clarke Middle Compares
See how Jonas Clarke Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17 Stedman Rd, Lexington, MA 02421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jonas Clarke Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. John F Kennedy Middle (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Waltham), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wm Diamond Middle (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COTTING SCHOOL Lexington | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Bowman Lexington | 0.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Lexington Children's Place Lexington | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Lexington High Lexington | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| MEADOWRIDGE PELHAM ACADEMY Lexington | 0.9 mi | — |
| Bridge Lexington | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| LEXINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| OUR LADYS ACADEMY Waltham | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| COMMUNITY THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Lexington | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Northeast Elementary School Waltham | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Maria Hastings Lexington | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Fiske Lexington | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| NEW ENGLAND INNOVATION ACADEMY Lexington | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| John F Kennedy Middle Waltham | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Wm Diamond Middle Lexington | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Harrington Lexington | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Waltham Sr High Waltham | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| LEXINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$212,843
Median Home Value
$1,147,700
Median Rent
$2,847/mo
Population
17,798
College Educated
84.7%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
47.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ottoson Middle Arlington, MA | 9.3 |
| Wayland Middle School Wayland, MA | 9.3 |
| Charles E Brown Middle Newton Centre, MA | 9.4 |
| Concord Middle Concord, MA | 9.4 |
| E W Thurston Middle Westwood, MA | 9.4 |
| Andover West Middle Andover, MA | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jonas Clarke Middle
What grades does Jonas Clarke Middle serve?
Jonas Clarke Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jonas Clarke Middle?
Jonas Clarke Middle has an enrollment of approximately 810 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jonas Clarke Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Jonas Clarke Middle is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jonas Clarke Middle rank in MA?
Jonas Clarke Middle ranks #52 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Jonas Clarke Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Jonas Clarke Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Jonas Clarke Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jonas Clarke Middle has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Jonas Clarke Middle a charter school?
No, Jonas Clarke Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jonas Clarke Middle a Title I school?
No, Jonas Clarke Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 810
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 89
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.3%
- Phone
- (781) 861-2450
Resources & Links
District
Lexington- District Enrollment
- 6,805
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,005
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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