For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,228 students in Clayton, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, IN are Mill Creek East Elementary School, Cascade Senior High School and Cascade Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Clayton, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mill Creek East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4740 Iowa St
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9225
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9225
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Cascade Senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6565 S Cr 200 W
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9315
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9315
Gr: 9-12 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Cascade Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6423 S Cr 200 W
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9285
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9285
Gr: 6-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clayton, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, IN include Mill Creek East Elementary School, Cascade Senior High School and Cascade Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Clayton?
3 public schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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