Serving 62 students in grades 7-8, Clayton Junior 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 30-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clayton Junior High School's student population of 62 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clayton Junior 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 Junior High School is 0.48, 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
#200 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
64%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Junior High School's ranking?
Clayton Junior High School is ranked #200 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Clayton Junior High School?
62 students attend Clayton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Clayton Junior High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Junior High School?
Clayton Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clayton Junior High School offer ?
Clayton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Clayton Junior High School part of?
Clayton Junior High School is part of Clayton School District.
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