Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Clay City Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clay City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Clay City Elementary School's student population of 382 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Clay City Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay City Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#235 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay City Elementary School's ranking?
Clay City Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Clay City Elementary School often compared to?
Clay City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Staunton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Clay City Elementary School?
382 students attend Clay City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Clay City Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay City Elementary School?
Clay City Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clay City Elementary School offer ?
Clay City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clay City Elementary School part of?
Clay City Elementary School is part of Clay Community Schools.
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