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Clarke Middle School

Clarke County · Clarke County · 1235 Baxter St, Athens, GA 30606.0

(706)543-6547

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6/10
#214
Rank 214 out of 462
Top 46%
English Language Arts6/10 · #189 · 59th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #250 · 46th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Clarke Middle School sits in Athens, a city with a unique mix of college-town energy, deep Southern roots, and a genuinely tight-knit community feel — home to the University of Georgia and a vibrant arts and music scene that gives the whole area a creative, eclectic character. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, with slightly stronger English scores than math, making it a reasonable fit for families who value a well-rounded experience over a hyper-competitive academic environment. Families drawn to Athens for its culture, affordability, and community will find Clarke Middle to be a solid neighborhood school that reflects the diverse, dynamic city around it.

Student Demographics

673 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
301 (45%)
White
233 (35%)
Hispanic
89 (13%)
Multiple Races
37 (5%)
Asian
11 (2%)
Other
2 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners45 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged673 (100%)
Students with Disabilities115 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,430
Enrollment
65.41
Teachers (FTE)
21.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #54 · 88th percentile

73 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found