For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,125 students in Clayton, DE (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Clayton, DE are educated in public schools (compared to the DE state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Clayton, DE are Providence Creek Charter School, Clayton Elementary School and Clayton Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, DE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Delaware public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Clayton, DE (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Providence Creek Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
273 West Duck Creek Road
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-6276
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-6276
Grades: K-8
| 702 students
Rank: #22.
Clayton Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
510 West Main Street
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-8587
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-8587
Grades: K-4
| 490 students
Rank: #33.
Clayton Intermediate School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
86 Sorrento Drive
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-4512
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-4512
Grades: 5-6
| 477 students
Rank: #44.
First State Military Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
355 West Duck Creek Road, P.o.
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 223-2150
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 223-2150
Grades: 9-12
| 456 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clayton, DE?
The top ranked public schools in Clayton, DE include Providence Creek Charter School, Clayton Elementary School and Clayton Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in Clayton, DE?
4 public schools are located in Clayton, DE.
What percentage of students in Clayton, DE go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Clayton, DE are educated in public schools (compared to the DE state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton, DE?
Clayton, DE public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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