Serving 387 students in grades 7-8, Clay County Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clay County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Manchester, KY, covering an area of approximately 471.1 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and the furthest edge located 20.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clay County Middle School's student population of 387 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
387 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing All Students For Success
School Rankings
Clay County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay County Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#632 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay County Middle School's ranking?
Clay County Middle School is ranked #632 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Clay County Middle School?
387 students attend Clay County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Clay County Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay County Middle School?
Clay County Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clay County Middle School offer ?
Clay County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clay County Middle School part of?
Clay County Middle School is part of Clay County School District.
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