Clay City High School

Clay City High School is a small rural high school located in Clay City, Illinois. Serving students from ninth through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 70 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1 with six full-time equivalent teachers. The MySchoolScout rating for Clay City High School is 6.0 out of 10, placing it in the 64th percentile among Illinois schools, with an academic score of 6.1/10.

In terms of standardized test performance, 42% of students are proficient or above in ELA and reading, while 25% meet proficiency standards in math. With room for academic growth, Clay City High School focuses on student development within a close-knit community setting. The school's rural location provides a peaceful environment conducive to learning and personal growth.

With an enrollment of 70 students, Clay City High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Clay City High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.