Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clayton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Clayton Elementary School serves the northern part of Canton, GA, covering an area of approximately 32.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being around 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clayton Elementary School's student population of 290 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clayton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#528 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Elementary School's ranking?
Clayton Elementary School is ranked #528 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Clayton Elementary School often compared to?
Clayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ball Ground Elementary School, R. M. Moore Elementary School, J. Knox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Clayton Elementary School?
290 students attend Clayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Clayton Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clayton Elementary School?
Clayton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton Elementary School offer ?
Clayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clayton Elementary School part of?
Clayton Elementary School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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