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#691 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 38% in state
Clayton Elementary School
Elementary School · Englewood School District No. 1 in the county of Arapahoe
475 W UNION AVENUE, Englewood, CO 80110
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#691 of 1,815
In Englewood
#6 of 21
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
Englewood School District No. 1 in the county of Arapahoe
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Clayton Elementary School
Elementary School in Englewood · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Clayton Elementary School
Clayton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Englewood, CO, part of Englewood School District No. 1 in the county of Arapahoe. Clayton Elementary School serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Clayton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #691 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Clayton Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Clayton Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Clayton Elementary School — Students at Clayton Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How Clayton Elementary School Compares
See how Clayton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
475 W UNION AVENUE, Englewood, CO 80110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clayton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherry Hills Village Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Cherry Hills Village), which scores notably higher. Another option is Littleton Prep Charter School (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Littleton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Charles Hay World School (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Englewood, see our Englewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado's Finest High School of Choice Englewood | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Cherrelyn Elementary School Englewood | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ALL SOULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Englewood | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Littleton Prep Charter School Littleton | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Englewood Early Childhood Education Center at Madd Englewood | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Field Elementary School Littleton | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Englewood High School Englewood | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Englewood Leadership Academy Englewood | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Englewood Middle School Englewood | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Littleton High School Littleton | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Wm E Bishop Elementary School Englewood | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Englewood | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Charles Hay World School Englewood | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Early Childhood Education Center Englewood | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| SOAR Academy Englewood | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Euclid Middle School Littleton | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Cherry Hills Village Elementary School Cherry Hills Village | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| The Village Centennial | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Alice Terry Elementary School Englewood | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Sheridan High School Englewood | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,037
Median Home Value
$455,600
Median Rent
$1,582/mo
Population
23,775
College Educated
37.4%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bayfield Primary School Bayfield, CO | 6.9 |
| Berthoud Elementary School Berthoud, CO | 6.9 |
| Carrie Martin Elementary School Loveland, CO | 6.9 |
| Centennial Elementary Firestone, CO | 6.9 |
| FRASSATI CATHOLIC ACADEMY Thornton, CO | 6.9 |
| Harris Bilingual Elementary School Fort Collins, CO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clayton Elementary School
What grades does Clayton Elementary School serve?
Clayton Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Clayton Elementary School?
Clayton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clayton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clayton Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clayton Elementary School rank in CO?
Clayton Elementary School ranks #691 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Clayton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clayton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Clayton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clayton Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Clayton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Clayton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clayton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Clayton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clayton Elementary School?
69.7% of students at Clayton Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Arapahoe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.9%
- Phone
- (303) 781-7831
Resources & Links
District
Englewood School District No. 1 in the county of Arapahoe- District Enrollment
- 2,368
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,632
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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