Serving 519 students in grades 5-6, Clayton Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clayton Intermediate School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton Intermediate 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 Intermediate School is 0.58, 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
#96 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
28%
31%
White
58%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
33%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Intermediate School's ranking?
Clayton Intermediate School is ranked #96 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Clayton Intermediate School often compared to?
Clayton Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moore (John Bassett) School, William Henry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Clayton Intermediate School?
519 students attend Clayton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Clayton Intermediate School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Intermediate School?
Clayton Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton Intermediate School offer ?
Clayton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Clayton Intermediate School part of?
Clayton Intermediate School is part of Smyrna School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed - Professional Learning
February 10, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed - Professional Learning
March 14, 2025 (Friday)
School Closed - Professional Learning
April 02, 2025 (Wednesday)
Schools/Offices Closed: Spring Break
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
School Closed - Professional Learning
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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