JESSIE M CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL
Jessie M Clark Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Fayette County school district, located in Lexington, KY with about 1,061 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 68 teachers, Jessie M Clark Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Jessie M. Clark Middle School, located in the Lansdowne area of Lexington, Kentucky, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Fayette County Public Schools district. Known for its commitment to academic excellence, the school provides a comprehensive curriculum for students in grades 6 through 8. It maintains a strong emphasis on preparing students for the transition to high school by offering a diverse array of core subjects, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities designed to foster both intellectual growth and social development.
The school is recognized for its active school community and dedicated faculty who strive to create an inclusive environment that supports diverse learning styles. Beyond the classroom, Jessie M. Clark offers various clubs, athletic teams, and enrichment programs that encourage student participation and school spirit. By prioritizing high academic standards alongside character development, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped to succeed in their future educational and personal endeavors.
For more information, contact Jessie M Clark Middle School at (859) 381-3036 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Lexington, KY 40503-3466
(859) 381-3036
JESSIE M CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lexington, KY with about 1,061 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Kentucky
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Fayette County
- Total Students:
- 1,061
- Teachers:
- 68.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,061 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending JESSIE M CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.
- White
- 73.5%
- Black or African American
- 8.8%
- Asian
- 7.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.