Clayton Elementary School serves 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 94% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
17 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
93%
14%
White
6%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Clayton Elementary School?
236 students attend Clayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Clayton Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Clayton Elementary School offer ?
Clayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clayton Elementary School part of?
Clayton Elementary School is part of Pittsburgh School District.
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