Below Average
#1939 of 2,221 schools in MO
Wm. N. Clark Middle
Middle School · FAYETTE R-III
704 LUCKY ST, Fayette, MO 65248
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,939 of 2,221
In Fayette
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
FAYETTE R-III
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Wm. N. Clark Middle
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About Wm. N. Clark Middle
Wm. N. Clark Middle is a public middle school in Fayette, MO, part of FAYETTE R-III.
Wm. N. Clark Middle serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio.
Wm. N. Clark Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,939 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Wm. N. Clark Middle show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, Wm. N. Clark Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Wm. N. Clark Middle 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.
Wm. N. Clark Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Wm. N. Clark Middle — Students at Wm. N. Clark Middle score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)
Based on 29 test records from MO 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: 6.3/10.
How Wm. N. Clark Middle Compares
See how Wm. N. Clark Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
704 LUCKY ST, Fayette, MO 65248
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wm. N. Clark Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HARRISBURG MIDDLE (rated 7.6/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Harrisburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGBEE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Higbee), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LAURA SPEED ELLIOTT MIDDLE (rated 4.0/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Boonville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fayette, see our Fayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAURENCE J. DALY ELEM. Fayette | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| FAYETTE HIGH Fayette | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| New Franklin Elementary New Franklin | 9.4 mi | 9.5 |
| New Franklin Middle-High New Franklin | 9.4 mi | 5.7 |
| GLASGOW ELEMENTARY. Glasgow | 9.4 mi | 5.1 |
| GLASGOW HIGH Glasgow | 9.4 mi | 5.7 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Boonville | 12.2 mi | 5.7 |
| DAVID BARTON ELEM. Boonville | 12.4 mi | 6.7 |
| LAURA SPEED ELLIOTT MIDDLE Boonville | 12.5 mi | 4.0 |
| BOONVILLE HIGH Boonville | 14.9 mi | 6.1 |
| HANNAH COLE PRIMARY Boonville | 15.1 mi | 5.9 |
| HARRISBURG ELEM. Harrisburg | 12.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HARRISBURG MIDDLE Harrisburg | 12.3 mi | 7.6 |
| HARRISBURG HIGH Harrisburg | 12.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HIGBEE ELEM. Higbee | 14.6 mi | 4.7 |
| HIGBEE HIGH Higbee | 14.6 mi | 7.8 |
| HIGBEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Higbee | 14.6 mi | 4.2 |
| MIDWAY HEIGHTS ELEM. Columbia | 16.6 mi | 6.6 |
| SALISBURY HIGH Salisbury | 19.4 mi | 7.7 |
| SALISBURY ELEM. Salisbury | 19.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65248 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,797
Median Home Value
$141,600
Median Rent
$838/mo
Population
4,389
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
32.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREENVILLE JR. HIGH Greenville, MO | 4.2 |
| BLOOMFIELD MIDDLE Bloomfield, MO | 4.5 |
| CLINTON CO. R-III MIDDLE Plattsburg, MO | 4.0 |
| LOUISIANA MIDDLE Louisiana, MO | 4.0 |
| FAIRVIEW INTERMEDIATE Jennings, MO | 3.9 |
| BLUE EYE MIDDLE Blue Eye, MO | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wm. N. Clark Middle
What grades does Wm. N. Clark Middle serve?
Wm. N. Clark Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Wm. N. Clark Middle?
Wm. N. Clark Middle has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wm. N. Clark Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Wm. N. Clark Middle is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wm. N. Clark Middle rank in MO?
Wm. N. Clark Middle ranks #1,939 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Wm. N. Clark Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Wm. N. Clark Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Wm. N. Clark Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wm. N. Clark Middle has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wm. N. Clark Middle a charter school?
No, Wm. N. Clark Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wm. N. Clark Middle a Title I school?
No, Wm. N. Clark Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wm. N. Clark Middle?
51.3% of students at Wm. N. Clark Middle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Howard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (660) 248-3800
Resources & Links
District
FAYETTE R-III- District Enrollment
- 671
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,698
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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