Serving 582 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 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clayton Middle School's student population of 582 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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 more 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
#1563 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
33%
21%
Black
26%
25%
White
33%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
582 students attend Clayton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Clayton Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 26% of students are Black, 5% 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 Middle School?
Clayton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to 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
4 8/18/2020
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 .
4 9/9/2017
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.
2 9/24/2016
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.
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