Our school takes its name from a brave World War II navy officer and pilot, Captain Walter E. Clarke. During his military tour, Captain Clarke was recognized by the President of the United States and awarded the GOLD STAR for his many meritorious achievements in aerial flights while piloting a Fighter Plane during WWII.
Captain Walter E. Clarke opened its doors in 1993 with a population of approximately 1,400 students. Since then, Clarke has had a yearly average of950 - 1,400 studentsand we are the largest middle school in the Socorro District. Walter Clarkeis currently serving6th, 7th and 8th grade students from the following elementary schools: Myrtle Cooper, Vista Del Sol, and its neighbor Sierra Vista.