The Central High School of Clay County, or Clay Central, is a public, 5A division school located in Lineville in east central Alabama. The school was opened in 2012 and is the largest school in the eastern region.
Serving 284 students in grades 7-8, Central Jr High School Of Clay County ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama 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 Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Jr High School Of Clay County ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Central Jr High School Of Clay County's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Jr High School Of Clay County ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Jr High School Of Clay County is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#855 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
17%
32%
White
65%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Volunteers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Jr High School Of Clay County's ranking?
Central Jr High School Of Clay County is ranked #855 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Central Jr High School Of Clay County?
284 students attend Central Jr High School Of Clay County.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Central Jr High School Of Clay County students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Jr High School Of Clay County?
Central Jr High School Of Clay County has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Jr High School Of Clay County offer ?
Central Jr High School Of Clay County offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Jr High School Of Clay County part of?
Central Jr High School Of Clay County is part of Clay County School District.
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