Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Clayton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clayton Elementary School's student population of 490 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
17%
30%
White
69%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Elementary School's ranking?
Clayton Elementary School is ranked #82 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Clayton Elementary School often compared to?
Clayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyside Elementary School, Smyrna Elementary School, North Smyrna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Clayton Elementary School?
490 students attend Clayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Clayton Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Elementary School?
Clayton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton Elementary School offer ?
Clayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Clayton Elementary School part of?
Clayton Elementary School is part of Smyrna School District.
School Calendar
View the Clayton Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
School Closed - Professional Learning
March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
School Closed - Good Friday Observed
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
School Closed - Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
School Closed - Professional Learning
May 06, 2024 (Monday)
School Closed - Memorial Day
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
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