Clayton (John M.) Elementary School serves 525 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Clayton (John M.) Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#80 out of 196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
40%
18%
Black
18%
30%
White
38%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton (John M.) Elementary School's ranking?
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Clayton (John M.) Elementary School?
525 students attend Clayton (John M.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Clayton (John M.) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton (John M.) Elementary School?
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton (John M.) Elementary School offer ?
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Clayton (John M.) Elementary School part of?
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School is part of Indian River School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
June 08, 2023 (Thursday)
Last Day for Paraprofessionals
June 09, 2023 (Friday)
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR GRADES K, 6, AND 9 AND HOWARD T. ENNIS
September 05, 2023 (Tuesday)
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR GRADES 1-5, 7-8 AND 10-12
September 06, 2023 (Wednesday)
First Day for Preschool
September 11, 2023 (Monday)
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