Clayton Public School District
School District · Clayton, New Jersey
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,852
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,852
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Evaluating Clayton Public School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Clayton Public School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Clayton Middle School
Clayton · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Herma S. Simmons Elementary School
Clayton · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Clayton High School
Clayton · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#316 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.7
below New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$21,852
$3,757 vs New Jersey median
District size
1,515 students
Smaller than New Jersey median
The short answer
Clayton Public School District ranks #316 of 398 New Jersey districts by overall school rating. Clayton Public School District's schools with real test data average 5.7/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Clayton Middle School (7.6/10), Herma S. Simmons Elementary School (5.2/10), and Clayton High School (4.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Clayton Public School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clayton Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Herma S. Simmons Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Clayton High School | 4.2 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Clayton Public School District
Clayton Public School District is a Clayton, New Jersey school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 1,515 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1. The district invests $21,852 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.7/10, Clayton Public School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Clayton Middle School, which has a composite score of 7.6/10.
In standardized testing, Clayton Public School District students show an average math proficiency of 35.0% and ELA proficiency of 46.9%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Clayton Public School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Clayton Public School District with test data.
Schools in Clayton Public School District
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- Clayton
- Total Enrollment
- 1,515
- Teachers (FTE)
- 133
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Clayton Public School District?
Clayton Public School District has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Clayton Public School District?
The average composite rating for Clayton Public School District is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Clayton Public School District?
Clayton Public School District spends $21,852 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clayton Public School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Clayton Public School District is 11.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Clayton Public School District?
Clayton Middle School is the highest-rated school in Clayton Public School District with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What are the test scores in Clayton Public School District?
Across schools in Clayton Public School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 35.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 46.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Clayton Public School District compare to other districts in New Jersey?
Clayton Public School District has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 35.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 46.9%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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