Clay High School is a four-year high school located in Green Cove Springs, Florida. It is a part of the Clay County School District.
Serving 1,776 students in grades 9-12, Clay High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,776 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Clay High School serves the eastern part of Green Cove Springs, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 247.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with distances varying from an average of 9.7 miles to a maximum of 20.6 miles from the school to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clay High School's student population of 1,776 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,776 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1936
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres (40,000 m2)
School Rankings
Clay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay High School is 0.53, 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
#1918 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Blue Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay High School's ranking?
Clay High School is ranked #1918 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Clay High School often compared to?
Clay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fleming Island High School, Middleburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clay High School?
The graduation rate of Clay High School is 91%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Clay High School?
1,776 students attend Clay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Clay High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay High School?
Clay High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clay High School offer ?
Clay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clay High School part of?
Clay High School is part of Clay School District.
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