Jessie M Clark Middle School

1,002 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

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.

1,002

Total Students

60.6

Full-Time Teachers

16.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

34.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jessie M Clark Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	620
Hispanic	105
Black	118
Asian	80
Two or More	79

White
620 (61.9%)
Black
118 (11.8%)
Hispanic
105 (10.5%)
Asian
80 (8.0%)
Two or More
79 (7.9%)

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:	Fayette County
Phone:	(859)381-3036
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	1,002
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	60.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	336
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	14

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 341

Grade 7 308

Grade 8 353

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Jessie M Clark Middle School
Grade	Student Count
Grade 6	341
Grade 7	308
Grade 8	353

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Jessie M Clark Middle School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	485	48.4%
Male	517	51.6%

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