Serving 1,124 students in grades 9-12, North Clayton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Clayton High School serves the northwest part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Clayton High School's student population of 1,124 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,124 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Clayton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Clayton High School is 0.30, which is less 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
#1838 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
81%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Clayton High School's ranking?
North Clayton High School is ranked #1838 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Clayton High School often compared to?
North Clayton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hapeville Charter Career Academy, North Clayton Middle School, Banneker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Clayton High School?
The graduation rate of North Clayton High School is 81%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend North Clayton High School?
1,124 students attend North Clayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Clayton High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Clayton High School?
North Clayton High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Clayton High School offer ?
North Clayton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Clayton High School part of?
North Clayton High School is part of Clayton County School District.
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