Serving 68 students in grades 9-12, Clay City High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clay City High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Clay City, IL, encompassing approximately 144.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clay City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clay City High School's student population of 68 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
68 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clay City High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay City High School is 0.02, 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
#1177 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
99%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay City High School's ranking?
Clay City High School is ranked #1177 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clay City High School?
The graduation rate of Clay City High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Clay City High School?
68 students attend Clay City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Clay City High School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay City High School?
Clay City High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clay City High School offer ?
Clay City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clay City High School part of?
Clay City High School is part of Clay City CUSD 10 School District.
School Calendar
View the Clay City High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School
May 20, 2027 (Thursday)
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