Clayton


Summary:

The Clayton school district in New Mexico consists of 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district appears to have some strong-performing schools, particularly at the middle school level, but also faces economic challenges that may be impacting student outcomes.

Clayton Junior High stands out as a consistent top performer, ranking among the top 62-73 middle schools in the state over the past 3 years and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. This middle school has impressive test scores, with 44-57% of students proficient in ELA, Math, and Science, outperforming the district and state averages. Meanwhile, Kiser Elementary, while not ranked statewide, also has notably high test scores, with 47-53% of students proficient in ELA, Math, and Science.

However, the Clayton High School has a 4-year graduation rate of 76.7%, which is below the state average. Additionally, the schools in the Clayton district have high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 66-79%, indicating a high level of economic need in the area. Despite these challenges, the district's schools generally outperform the state averages in ELA, Math, and Science proficiency, suggesting there may be opportunities for further improvement, particularly at the high school level.

District Detail

 323 South 5th St
Clayton, NM 88415

 (575) 374-9611

SchoolDigger Rank:
42nd of 119 New Mexico districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 395

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 2
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Mexico Public Education Department.

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