For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,722 students in Clayton, DE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, DE are Providence Creek Academy Charter School, Clayton Elementary School and Clayton Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, DE public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Delaware public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Delaware public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clayton, DE (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Providence Creek Academy Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
273 West Duck Creek Road
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-6276
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-6276
Grades: K-8
| 730 students
Rank: #22.
Clayton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
510 West Main Street
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-8587
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-8587
Grades: K-4
| 475 students
Rank: #33.
Clayton Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
86 Sorrento Drive
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-4512
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-4512
Grades: 5-6
| 517 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, DE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, DE include Providence Creek Academy Charter School, Clayton Elementary School and Clayton Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clayton?
3 public elementary schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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