Serving 61 students in grades 7-8, Clayton Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clayton Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Clayton, NM, encompassing approximately 2,637.7 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 32.8 miles, and the furthest edge reaching up to 49.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clayton Junior High School's student population of 61 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
Clayton Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Junior High School is 0.50, 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
#177 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
64%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
31%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Junior High School's ranking?
Clayton Junior High School is ranked #177 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Clayton Junior High School?
61 students attend Clayton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Clayton Junior High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clayton Junior High School?
Clayton Junior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clayton Junior High School offer ?
Clayton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clayton Junior High School part of?
Clayton Junior High School is part of Clayton School District.
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