For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 61 students in Clayton, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in Clayton, NM is Clayton Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, NM public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Clayton, NM (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clayton Junior High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
224 Spruce St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Gr: 7-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Clayton, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Clayton, NM include Clayton Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Clayton?
1 public middle schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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