Serving 60 students in grades 6-8, Clay City Jr High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clay City Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Clay City, IL, encompassing approximately 144.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which stretches up to 12.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clay City Jr High School's student population of 60 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
60 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clay City Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay City Jr High School is 0.00, 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
#3201 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2024. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 Jr High School's ranking?
Clay City Jr High School is ranked #3201 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Clay City Jr High School?
60 students attend Clay City Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Clay City Jr High School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay City Jr High School?
Clay City Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clay City Jr High School offer ?
Clay City Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clay City Jr High School part of?
Clay City Jr High School is part of Clay City CUSD 10 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School
May 20, 2027 (Thursday)
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