For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,114 students in Clay County, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 102 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Clay County, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Clay County, IN are Staunton Elementary School, Jackson Township Elementary School and Clay City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clay County, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Clay County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Clay County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Staunton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6990 N Cr 425 W
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-8270
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-8270
Gr: K-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Township Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1860 E Cr 600 N
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 986-2177
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 986-2177
Gr: K-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Clay City Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
681 N Lankford St
Clay City, IN 47841
(812) 939-3120
Clay City, IN 47841
(812) 939-3120
Gr: K-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Meridian Street Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
410 N Meridian
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-8560
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-8560
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #55.
Van Buren Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2075 E Cr 1200 N
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-1362
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-1362
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #66.
East Side Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
936 E National
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-8755
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-8755
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #77.
Clay City Jr-sr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Lankford St
Clay City, IN 47841
(812) 939-2154
Clay City, IN 47841
(812) 939-2154
Gr: 7-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #88.
North Clay Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3450 W Sr 340
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-1530
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-1530
Gr: 6-8 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #99.
Northview High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3150 W Sr 340
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-2661
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-2661
Gr: 9-12 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #1010.
Forest Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 S Alabama St
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 443-7621
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 443-7621
Gr: PK-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clay County, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Clay County, IN include Staunton Elementary School, Jackson Township Elementary School and Clay City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clay County?
10 public schools are located in Clay County.
What percentage of students in Clay County go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Clay County are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clay County?
Clay County public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Clay County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clay County include: Clay City Elementary School vs. Staunton Elementary School, Clay City Jr-sr High School vs. Northview High School, Northview High School vs. Clay City Jr-sr High School
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