For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,234 students in Clayton, IN.
The top ranked public schools in Clayton, IN are Cascade Senior High School, Mill Creek East Elementary School and Cascade Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Clayton, IN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cascade Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6565 S Cr 200 W
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9315
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9315
Grades: 9-12
| 513 students
Rank: #22.
Mill Creek East Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4740 Iowa St
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9225
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9225
Grades: K-5
| 337 students
Rank: #33.
Cascade Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6423 S Cr 200 W
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9285
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9285
Grades: 6-8
| 360 students
Rank: n/an/a
Little Cadets Preschool
Magnet School
4740 Iowa St
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9200
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9200
Grades: PK
| 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clayton, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Clayton, IN include Cascade Senior High School, Mill Creek East Elementary School and Cascade Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Clayton?
4 public schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Clayton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clayton include: Cascade Middle School vs. Cascade Senior High School
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