Clayton Middle School

490 Guy Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 646 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 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 646 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Bottom 50% in NC
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 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:

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School Overview

Clayton Middle School's student population of 646 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
646 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Rankings

Clayton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NC)
#1680 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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29%
42%
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41%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
31%
20%
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Black
27%
25%
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White
36%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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0.71
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1680 out of 2,568 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Clayton Middle School?
646 students attend Clayton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Clayton Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 5% 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 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clayton Middle School offer ?
Clayton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clayton Middle School part of?
Clayton Middle School is part of Johnston County Public Schools 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 .
- Posted by Student/Alumni - aida gomez
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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - makayla
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.
- Posted by Parent - david

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 646 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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