For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 3,224 students in Clayton, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Clayton, OH is Northmont Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, OH public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clayton, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, OH include Northmont Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clayton?
3 public elementary schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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