Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clay Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Portsmouth, OH, covering approximately 22.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Clay Elementary School's student population of 326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1939
School Rankings
Clay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1056 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
95%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay Elementary School's ranking?
Clay Elementary School is ranked #1056 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Clay Elementary School often compared to?
Clay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Clay Elementary School?
326 students attend Clay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Clay Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay Elementary School?
Clay Elementary School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clay Elementary School offer ?
Clay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clay Elementary School part of?
Clay Elementary School is part of Clay Local School District.
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