Serving 555 students in grades 7-8, Clayton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clayton Middle School's student population of 555 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Middle School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
66%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Middle School's ranking?
Clayton Middle School is ranked #271 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Clayton Middle School often compared to?
Clayton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Middle School, Salt Lake Center For Science Education Bryant by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Clayton Middle School?
555 students attend Clayton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Clayton Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Middle School?
Clayton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Clayton Middle School offer ?
Clayton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Clayton Middle School part of?
Clayton Middle School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Clayton Middle School located?
Clayton Middle School is located in the Wasatch Hollow neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT.
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