Serving 337 students in grades 6-8, Clayton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clayton Middle School's student population of 337 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1539 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
18%
32%
Black
26%
15%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Middle School's ranking?
Clayton Middle School is ranked #1539 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clayton Middle School often compared to?
Clayton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsway Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clayton Middle School?
337 students attend Clayton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Clayton Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Middle School?
Clayton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clayton Middle School offer ?
Clayton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clayton Middle School part of?
Clayton Middle School is part of Clayton Public School District.
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