What types of schools are available in Clayton, North Carolina?

Clayton, North Carolina offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Clayton, North Carolina

Q: How many schools are in Clayton, North Carolina?

There are 14 schools in Clayton, North Carolina, serving 13,708 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Clayton?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Clayton, North Carolina, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 14 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

13,708

Total Students

Across Clayton

17.6:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

14 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)2 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)9 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)3 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,082 students at American Leadership Academy - Johnston.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 14:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

American Leadership Academy - Johnston

publichighK-12

3770 Us-70 Bus, Clayton, NC 27520

Johnston Charter Academy

charter schoolmiddleK-8

40 Scholar Drive, Clayton, NC 27520

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

490 Guy Rd, Clayton, NC 27520

East Clayton Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

2075 Nc Highway 42 East, Clayton, NC 27527

108 Athletic Club Blvd, Clayton, NC 27527

600 S Fayetteville St, Clayton, NC 27520

10225 Cleveland Rd, Clayton, NC 27520

849 North Mial St, Clayton, NC 27520

West Clayton Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

1012 S Lombard St, Clayton, NC 27520

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

204 Athletic Club Blvd, Clayton, NC 27527

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

325 Norris Rd, Clayton, NC 27520

River Dell Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

12100 Buffalo Road, Clayton, NC 27527

3145 Vinson Rd, Clayton, NC 27527

1892 Polenta Rd, Clayton, NC 27520

Detailed Overview of Schools in Clayton

Clayton, North Carolina is home to 14 schools serving over 13,708 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Clayton, North Carolina?

There are 14 schools in Clayton, serving 13,708 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Clayton?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Clayton include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Clayton?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Clayton is 17.6:1.

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