Serving 441 students in grades 9-12, Clayton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Clayton High School's student population of 441 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1209 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
13%
32%
Black
25%
15%
White
50%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton High School's ranking?
Clayton High School is ranked #1209 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clayton High School often compared to?
Clayton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glassboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clayton High School?
The graduation rate of Clayton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Clayton High School?
441 students attend Clayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Clayton High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton High School?
Clayton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clayton High School offer ?
Clayton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clayton High School part of?
Clayton High School is part of Clayton Public School District.
School Reviews
4 1/6/2022
This school has a great academic program, is technologically advanced, and has a family warmth that the teachers and administrators provide each day. I love the school!
2 10/5/2010
This school is a school that doesn't support the First Amendment, a 14 year old girl keeps getting suspended because of her an her parent religion. Just because of a nose piercing she has, she keeps getting suspended an soon if she doesn't follow the school rule she has to change schools, and just because of a school rule that is stupid. She is expressing her religion and the school is denying it so they are not supporting the First Amendment so in the end i would not recommend this school at all.
5 6/30/2009
They have a great academic program. You can be involved in music, just about any sport, and even art. They have drama club, and a whole bunch of others. They always give out awards.
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