Clay County High School 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 was 61% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 73% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 86%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (11-12)
540 students
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
29 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)61%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)73%
86%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
(11-12)n/a
1%
Asian
(11-12)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(11-12)2%
5%
Black
(11-12)21%
34%
White
(11-12)77%
58%
Hawaiian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(11-12)n/a
1%
Graduation Rate
(10-11)80-84%
75%
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% AL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clay County High School?
The graduation rate of Clay County High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 75%.
How many students attend Clay County High School?
540 students attend Clay County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Clay County High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Clay County High School offer ?
Clay County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Clay County High School part of?
Clay County High School is part of Clay County School District.
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