For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 352 students in Clayton, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in Clayton, NY are Bashaw Elementary School and Guardino Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, NY public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Clayton, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bashaw Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
410 S Esselstyne
Clayton, NY 13624
(315) 654-2142
Clayton, NY 13624
(315) 654-2142
Gr: PK-5 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Guardino Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 High St
Clayton, NY 13624
(315) 686-5594
Clayton, NY 13624
(315) 686-5594
Gr: PK-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Clayton, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Clayton, NY include Bashaw Elementary School and Guardino Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Clayton?
2 public preschools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Clayton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Clayton include: Bashaw Elementary School vs. Guardino Elementary School, Guardino Elementary School vs. Bashaw Elementary School
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