Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clayton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Clayton Elementary School's student population of 313 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#531 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
n/a
36%
White
85%
35%
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
37%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Elementary School's ranking?
Clayton Elementary School is ranked #531 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Clayton Elementary School often compared to?
Clayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ball Ground Elementary School, R. M. Moore Elementary School, J. Knox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Clayton Elementary School?
313 students attend Clayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Clayton Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Elementary School?
Clayton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton Elementary School offer ?
Clayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clayton Elementary School part of?
Clayton Elementary School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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