Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clayton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clayton Elementary School's student population of 692 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#170 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
55%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Elementary School's ranking?
Clayton Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Clayton Elementary School often compared to?
Clayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Clayton Elementary School?
692 students attend Clayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Clayton Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Elementary School?
Clayton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton Elementary School offer ?
Clayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clayton Elementary School part of?
Clayton Elementary School is part of Austin ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Clayton Elementary School located?
Clayton Elementary School is located in the The Hielscher neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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