Clayton Public School District
School District · Clayton, New Jersey
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,852
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,852
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#274 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.5
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
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 5.8/10, Clayton Public School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Herma S. Simmons Elementary School, which has a composite score of 6.6/10.
In standardized testing, Clayton Public School District students show an average math proficiency of 17.8% and ELA proficiency of 38.4%.
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 5.8/10. 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?
Herma S. Simmons Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Clayton Public School District with a composite score of 6.6/10.
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 17.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 38.4%. 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 5.8/10 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 17.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 38.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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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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