Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clay Center Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clay Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clay Center Elementary School's student population of 689 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Clay Center Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay Center Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#38 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
2%
13%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay Center Elementary School's ranking?
Clay Center Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Clay Center Elementary School often compared to?
Clay Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smoky Row Elementary School, College Wood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Clay Center Elementary School?
689 students attend Clay Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Clay Center Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay Center Elementary School?
Clay Center Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clay Center Elementary School offer ?
Clay Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clay Center Elementary School part of?
Clay Center Elementary School is part of Carmel Clay Schools School District.
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