Serving 778 students in grades 9-12, Clay High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 69% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Clay High School's student population of 778 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1009 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
39%
13%
White
36%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
69%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay High School's ranking?
Clay High School is ranked #1009 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Clay High School often compared to?
Clay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clay High School?
The graduation rate of Clay High School is 69%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clay High School?
778 students attend Clay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Clay High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clay High School?
Clay High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clay High School offer ?
Clay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clay High School part of?
Clay High School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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