For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 170 students in Clayton, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, WI are Clayton Elementary School and Clayton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, WI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clayton, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clayton Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
236 Polk Ave W
Clayton, WI 54004
(715) 948-2163
Clayton, WI 54004
(715) 948-2163
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Clayton Middle School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
236 Polk Ave W
Clayton, WI 54004
(715) 948-2163
Clayton, WI 54004
(715) 948-2163
Gr: 6-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, WI include Clayton Elementary School and Clayton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clayton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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