Serving 119 students in grades 9-12, Clayton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clayton High School's student population of 119 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
66%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)70-79%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton High School's ranking?
Clayton High School is ranked #183 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clayton High School?
The graduation rate of Clayton High School is 70-79%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Clayton High School?
119 students attend Clayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Clayton High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton High School?
Clayton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clayton High School offer ?
Clayton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clayton High School part of?
Clayton High School is part of Clayton School District.
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