Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clays Mill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clays Mill Elementary serves the northeast part of Scottsburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 102.1 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 9.2 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clays Mill Elementary School's student population of 236 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Clays Mill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clays Mill Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1019 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
21%
21%
White
69%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clays Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Clays Mill Elementary School is ranked #1019 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Clays Mill Elementary School?
236 students attend Clays Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Clays Mill Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clays Mill Elementary School?
Clays Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clays Mill Elementary School offer ?
Clays Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clays Mill Elementary School part of?
Clays Mill Elementary School is part of Halifax County School District.
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