For the 2025 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-4
| 164 students
Clayton, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
224 Spruce St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Grades: 5-6
| 54 students
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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