Serving 72 students in grades 9-12, Clay City High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clay City High School's student population of 72 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clay City High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,663 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 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 3663 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
99%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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 #221 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clay City High School?
The graduation rate of Clay City High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clay City High School?
72 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 Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clay City High School?
Clay City High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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.
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