Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Clayton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Clayton Elementary serves the northern part of Clayton, NC, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Clayton Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Clayton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Clayton Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1208 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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 East Clayton Elementary School's ranking?
East Clayton Elementary School is ranked #1208 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Clayton Elementary School often compared to?
East Clayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Dell Elementary School, West Clayton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Clayton Elementary School?
524 students attend East Clayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of East Clayton Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 East Clayton Elementary School?
East Clayton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Clayton Elementary School offer ?
East Clayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Clayton Elementary School part of?
East Clayton Elementary School is part of Johnston County School District.
In what neighborhood is East Clayton Elementary School located?
East Clayton Elementary School is located in the Flowers neighborhood of Clayton, NC.
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