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Clayton Elementary School

221 Upper Burris Rd, Canton, GA 30114, United States

+1 (770) 721-5860

5.0

Overall Rating

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Clayton Elementary School Overview

About This School

Clayton Elementary School is a public elementary in Canton, Georgia, serving 290 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 42% in ELA and 57% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 23 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $71,592. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 145:1. The student body at Clayton Elementary School is composed of 47% male and 53% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 81% White, 11% Hispanic, 7% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

290

Total Students

PK-5

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

23 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts42%

Mathematics57%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Cherokee County

Students per Counselor

145:1

Clayton Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

42%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 50%State Avg: 37%

57%

Mathematics

City Avg: 54%State Avg: 36%

N/A

Science

Class Information

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 14.4:1

State Avg: 13.4:1

145

Students per Counselor

Clayton Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$71,592

City Avg: $71,592

State Avg: $68,409

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Students per Counselor145:1

Clayton Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

46.9%

Male

53.1%

Female

Total Enrollment: 290 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White81.38%

Hispanic11.03%

Asian0.69%

Black0%

Two or More Races6.9%

Native American0%

Clayton Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Clayton Elementary School

Q: What is Clayton Elementary School?

A: Clayton Elementary School is a elementary public located in Canton.

Q: How many students attend Clayton Elementary School?

A: Clayton Elementary School has approximately 290 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Clayton Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Clayton Elementary School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Clayton Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Clayton Elementary School - Canton, GA

Quick Facts about Clayton Elementary School
School Name	Clayton Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	221 Upper Burris Rd, Canton, GA 30114, Canton, GA
County	Cherokee County
Phone	+1 (770) 721-5860
Total Students	290
Student-Teacher Ratio	12:1
Full-Time Teachers	23
Rating	5/10
ELA Proficiency	42%
Math Proficiency	57%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Clayton Elementary School

What is Clayton Elementary School?

Clayton Elementary School is a elementary public located in Canton.

How many students attend Clayton Elementary School?

Clayton Elementary School has approximately 290 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clayton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clayton Elementary School is 12:1.

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