School Overview
Clark Lane Middle School, located in Waterford, Connecticut, serves as a central hub for the town’s middle-level education, typically catering to students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Waterford Public Schools district, the school focuses on creating a supportive academic environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school. The school’s mission emphasizes fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, encouraging students to become responsible, engaged members of the community during their critical adolescent years.

The school offers a diverse range of academic programs, including core subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, complemented by various elective opportunities. Beyond the classroom, Clark Lane Middle School promotes a well-rounded experience through extracurricular activities, sports, and arts programs, which help students explore their interests and build teamwork skills. By utilizing technology in the classroom and maintaining strong communication with families, the school strives to prepare its students for future success in the Waterford high school system and beyond.
549
Total Students
42.9
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Clark Lane Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White410
Hispanic59
Black17
Asian30
Two or More30
American Indian3
  • White
    410 (74.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    59 (10.7 %)
  • Asian
    30 (5.5 %)
  • Two or More
    30 (5.5 %)
  • Black
    17 (3.1 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Waterford School District
Phone: (860)443-2837
Website: http://www.waterfordschools.org/cl/index.htm
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 549
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 138
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 41
Grades Taught
Grade 6 180
Grade 7 188
Grade 8 181

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Clark Lane Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6180
Grade 7188
Grade 8181
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Clark Lane Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26949%
Male28051%