Clay Middle School

Clay Middle School's entrance has plenty of space to allow for all the students in East Carmel.

Clay Middle School has multiple playsets for all the students in East Carmel.

Clay Middle School is especially proud of their sport fields and teams in East Carmel.

Clay Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8

5150 E 126th St, Carmel, IN

East Carmel Neighborhood

Carmel Clay Schools

4.3

3.8

1,414 Students

A+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

Since 1974, Clay Middle School has promoted an environment that is respectful, responsible, ready to learn and full of pride. These core attributes are reflected in excellent academic and athletic performance from sixth through eighth grade. Despite having a large student population, Clay Middle School has a competitive student-teacher ratio and is highly rated by many students and local parents. Students from 11 distinct elementary schools in the district prepare for high school at this East Carmel campus. Clay Middle School offers a number of programs for gifted students and students who need additional language support. The Advancement Via Individual Determination, or AVID, is an elective program that promotes advanced goals and accelerated academic participation. If this program isn’t a right fit for students, they can still connect with the high-ability program for advanced studies in one or more courses. A strong English as a new language program prepares students from diverse, global backgrounds to achieve proficiency in the English language. Any Clay Trojan can participate in athletic events at Clay Middle School. Teams have recently achieved undefeated seasons at all grade levels in tennis, track and cross country. Performing and visual arts programs cover drawing, ceramics, band, theatre arts and choir. Students can also make friends and learn new skills in a variety of organizations, such as a chess club and Clay friendship circles.

School Details

Head of School
Todd Crosby

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1

Math Proficiency
70%

Reading Proficiency
66%

A+

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

66%

Math Proficiency

70%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 17:1 Teachers 81	Full Time Teachers 81
Teachers in First or Second Year 5%

Test Scores

Equity

Student Progress

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

436:1

Student Diversity

Male 51.7%	Female 48.3%
White 71.5%	Asian or Pacific Islander 9.8%
Hispanic 9.1%	Black 4.9%
Two or more races 4.4%	Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%
Native American <1%

School Rankings

#4 Best Public MS in Indiana

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Niche User

7/30/2015

I think it is a fine school. I was amazed to see that 4.0 honors kids being told that to be 4.0 and an athlete was the BEST way to show "greatness". Come on. Some kids don't want to play sports. Didn't see anyone saying 4.0 with fine arts was great. Give me a break.

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1.0 other

3/6/2022

As a former student there I want to point out the true lack in care for student growth and diversity inside the school. Most (not all) teachers didn't take the time to make sure students retained material. I left the school everyday struggling to remember what I had learned that day. Teachers and st...

5.0 student

11/9/2021

Best Middle School in the state. Don't believe me. Go there. Only negative thing is the cafeteria food (they serve corn dogs and microwaved bosco sticks).

5.0 parent

7/11/2013

Clay Middle School has been a great place for our 2 children. They have enjoyed the exceptional music programs (both band and orchestra). Teachers have, for the most part, been challenging but nurturing. The front office personnel can be a bit unfriendly and off-putting which I have never understood...

3.0 parent

5/16/2013

Okay. It is very focused on academic and sporting achievement while all but ignoring developing each and every students character. We have personally been disappointed in the school with our child being new this year. It is too large and impersonal for our tastes. Children who have gone through the...

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Clay Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Carmel, IN and is served by the Carmel Clay Schools in Indiana. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,414 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 70% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 66% are proficient in reading. Clay Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $639,988. Discover additional schools in the area, like Carmel High School, Indiana Agriculture and Technology, St Theodore Guerin High School, and more. Learn more about what Carmel has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Clay Middle School.

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