Serving 294 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clay Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clay Elementary School's student population of 294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clay Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5091 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
46%
55%
Black
17%
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay Elementary School's ranking?
Clay Elementary School is ranked #5091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Clay Elementary School often compared to?
Clay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Language Academy, Rolando Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Clay Elementary School?
294 students attend Clay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Clay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clay Elementary School?
Clay Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Clay Elementary School offer ?
Clay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Clay Elementary School part of?
Clay Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Clay Elementary School located?
Clay Elementary School is located in the Rolando Village neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Minimum Day)
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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