Serving 906 students in grades 6-8, Clifford H Smart Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Clifford H Smart Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Clifford H Smart Middle School's student population of 906 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
906 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
Clifford H Smart Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clifford H Smart Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#400 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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What is Clifford H Smart Middle School's ranking?
Clifford H Smart Middle School is ranked #400 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Clifford H Smart Middle School often compared to?
Clifford H Smart Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Creek Middle School, Avondale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Clifford H Smart Middle School?
906 students attend Clifford H Smart Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Clifford H Smart Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clifford H Smart Middle School?
Clifford H Smart Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clifford H Smart Middle School offer ?
Clifford H Smart Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clifford H Smart Middle School part of?
Clifford H Smart Middle School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools.
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