For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,617 students in Clayton, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 267 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Clayton, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, OH are Northmont High School and Northmont Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Clayton, OH (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northmont High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4916 National Rd
Clayton, OH 45315
(937) 832-6000
Clayton, OH 45315
(937) 832-6000
Gr: 7-12 | 1,369 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Northmont Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4810 National Rd
Clayton, OH 45315
(937) 832-6500
Clayton, OH 45315
(937) 832-6500
Gr: 6-8 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
1100 National Rd
Clayton, OH 45315
(937) 832-6750
Clayton, OH 45315
(937) 832-6750
Gr: PK-1 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Miami Valley Ctc
Vocational School
6800 Hoke Rd
Clayton, OH 45315
(937) 837-7781
Clayton, OH 45315
(937) 837-7781
Gr: 6-12 | 1,652 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Miami Valley Ctc Alternative
Vocational School
6800 Hoke Rd
Clayton, OH 45315
(937) 837-7781
Clayton, OH 45315
(937) 837-7781
Gr: 10-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clayton, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, OH include Northmont High School and Northmont Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Clayton?
5 public schools are located in Clayton.
What percentage of students in Clayton go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Clayton are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Clayton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clayton include: Miami Valley Ctc Alternative vs. Miami Valley Ctc, Miami Valley Ctc vs. Miami Valley Ctc Alternative
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