For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 634 students in Clay, AL.
The top ranked public school in Clay, AL is Clay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clay, AL public school have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Clay have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Clay, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clay Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6745 Old Springville Rd
Clay, AL 35048
(205) 379-3000
Clay, AL 35048
(205) 379-3000
Grades: PK-5
| 634 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clay, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Clay, AL include Clay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clay?
1 public schools are located in Clay.
What is the racial composition of students in Clay?
Clay public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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