Serving 121 students in grades 9-12, Clayton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Clayton High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Clayton school district, covering approximately 2,637.7 square miles in Clayton, NM. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 50.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clayton High School's student population of 121 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence for Student Success!
School Rankings
Clayton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton High School's ranking?
Clayton High School is ranked #272 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clayton High School?
The graduation rate of Clayton High School is 80-89%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Clayton High School?
121 students attend Clayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Clayton High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clayton High School?
Clayton High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clayton High School offer ?
Clayton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clayton High School part of?
Clayton High School is part of Clayton School District.
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