For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 345 students in Clayton, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, NM are Alvis Elementary School, Clayton Junior High School and Clayton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clayton, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Alvis Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
404 Aspen St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Gr: PK-4 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Clayton Junior High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
224 Spruce St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Gr: 7-8 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Clayton High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
323 South 5th St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Gr: 9-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Clayton, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
224 Spruce St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Gr: 5-6 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clayton, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, NM include Alvis Elementary School, Clayton Junior High School and Clayton High School.
How many public schools are located in Clayton?
3 public schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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