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St Clair Middle School

Middle School · East China School District

4335 YANKEE RD, Saint Clair, MI 48079

Enrollment

632

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,833 of 3,192

In Saint Clair

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 9

East China School District

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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St Clair Middle School

6.0/10

Middle School in Saint Clair · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gearing Elementary School

5.1/10

1.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

St Clair High School

7.2/10

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About St Clair Middle School

St Clair Middle School is a public middle school in Saint Clair, MI, part of East China School District. St Clair Middle School serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Clair Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,833 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for St Clair Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.2 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,353
Chronic Absenteeism19%

St Clair Middle School — Students at St Clair Middle School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
31.8% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.0% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 36 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
51%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How St Clair Middle School Compares

See how St Clair Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in MI
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

Location

4335 YANKEE RD, Saint Clair, MI 48079

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Clair Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Marine City Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Marine City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Marysville Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Marysville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saint Clair, see our Saint Clair schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Gearing Elementary School Saint Clair 1.4 mi 5.1
St Clair High School Saint Clair 1.9 mi 7.2
Pine River Elementary School China 3.4 mi 5.3
Washington Elementary School Marysville 4.1 mi 5.6
Marysville High School Marysville 4.6 mi 7.4
Marysville Middle School Marysville 4.7 mi 5.9
Woodland Developmental Center Marysville 5.1 mi 7.4
Gardens Elementary School Marysville 5.2 mi 7.5
Morton Elementary School Marysville 5.3 mi 7.7
East China Virtual Academy Ira 6.3 mi 4.9
St Clair County Intervention Academy Port Huron 6.7 mi 6.5
Cleveland Elementary Port Huron 7.2 mi 2.7
Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County Marysville 7.3 mi 4.5
BLUE WATER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Smiths Creek 7.8 mi 7.5
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kimball 8.5 mi 7.6
Port Huron High School Port Huron 8.9 mi 6.8
Port Huron Schools Phoenix Academy Port Huron 8.9 mi 2.9
Marine City High School Marine City 9.1 mi 8.1
Roosevelt Elementary School Port Huron 9.0 mi 3.8
Marine City Middle School Marine City 9.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,313

Median Home Value

$276,600

Median Rent

$1,090/mo

Population

12,683

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

82.2%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Clair Middle School

What grades does St Clair Middle School serve?

St Clair Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend St Clair Middle School?

St Clair Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Clair Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Clair Middle School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St Clair Middle School rank in MI?

St Clair Middle School ranks #1,833 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is St Clair Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Clair Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 St Clair Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Clair Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St Clair Middle School a charter school?

No, St Clair Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is St Clair Middle School a Title I school?

No, St Clair Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St Clair Middle School?

38.3% of students at St Clair Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

District

East China School District
District Enrollment
3,541
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,353
District Rank
#4 of 9

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