Serving 609 students in grades 6-8, Clayton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clayton Middle serves the northwest part of Clayton, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 30 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clayton Middle School's student population of 609 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clayton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1563 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Middle School's ranking?
Clayton Middle School is ranked #1563 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Clayton Middle School often compared to?
Clayton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Clayton Middle School?
609 students attend Clayton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Clayton Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clayton Middle School?
Clayton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clayton Middle School offer ?
Clayton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clayton Middle School part of?
Clayton Middle School is part of Johnston County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I have had few complaints the last 2 years but this year I am not satisfied at all.I will think twice before I send my son there when it is his turn in a few years.
4 10/10/2025
There is nothing wrong with the school. The teachers are trying the hardiest to help the student learn.Yes sometimes a student is mean to another student by hey that is life.Its going to happen in all school no matter what> Its not the schools fault it is the student that is picking on other students.
4 10/10/2025
It's every good school my cuz plays on the football team the school seems very nice the people there are nice to and I Am going to 6th grade to that school .
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