For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 216 students in Clayton, OK.
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, OK are Clayton High School and Crain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, OK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Oklahoma public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 28% statewide average). Schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oklahoma public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Oklahoma public school average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clayton, OK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clayton High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
304 N 1st St
Clayton, OK 74536
(918) 569-4156
Clayton, OK 74536
(918) 569-4156
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Crain Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 West Pine St
Clayton, OK 74536
(918) 569-4158
Clayton, OK 74536
(918) 569-4158
Gr: PK-8 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clayton, OK?
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, OK include Clayton High School and Crain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clayton?
2 public schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Oklahoma public schools average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
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