For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 164 students in Clayton, NM.
The top-ranked public preschool in Clayton, NM is Alvis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, NM public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Clayton, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
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 preschools in Clayton, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in Clayton, NM include Alvis Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Clayton?
1 public preschools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public preschools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
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