Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Clay International Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clay International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clay International Academy's student population of 571 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clay International Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay International Academy is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1570 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
28%
13%
White
40%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay International Academy's ranking?
Clay International Academy is ranked #1570 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Clay International Academy often compared to?
Clay International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Darden Elementary School, Swanson Traditional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Clay International Academy?
571 students attend Clay International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Clay International Academy students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clay International Academy?
Clay International Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clay International Academy offer ?
Clay International Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Clay International Academy part of?
Clay International Academy is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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