Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clays Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Clays Mill Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clays Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clays Mill Elementary School's student population of 527 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
527 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Fayette County Public Schools is to create a collaborative community that ensures all students achieve at high levels and graduate prepared to excel in a global society.
School Rankings
Clays Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clays Mill Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#56 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Clays Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Clays Mill Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Clays Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Clays Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Clays Mill Elementary School?
527 students attend Clays Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Clays Mill Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clays Mill Elementary School?
Clays Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clays Mill Elementary School offer ?
Clays Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clays Mill Elementary School part of?
Clays Mill Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I believe that this school is the best .all the teachers are amazing expesally Mrs berryman and Mrs Ames. They have outstanding teaching and teachers.
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