Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Clayton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clayton Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#77 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
19%
31%
White
66%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Elementary School's ranking?
Clayton Elementary School is ranked #77 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Clayton Elementary School often compared to?
Clayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyside Elementary School, Smyrna Elementary School, North Smyrna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Clayton Elementary School?
475 students attend Clayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Clayton Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Elementary School?
Clayton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton Elementary School offer ?
Clayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Clayton Elementary School part of?
Clayton Elementary School is part of Smyrna School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed - Professional Learning
November 04, 2024 (Monday)
Schools/Offices Closed: Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
School Closed - Professional Learning, Paras Off
December 06, 2024 (Friday)
School Closed - Professional Learning, Paras Off
January 03, 2025 (Friday)
School Closed - Professional Learning
January 29, 2025 (Wednesday)
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