The Central High School of Clay County, or Clay Central, is a public, 5A division school located in Lineville in east central Alabama. The school was opened in 2012 and is the largest school in the eastern region.
Serving 533 students in grades 9-12, Central High School Of Clay County ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School Of Clay County's student population of 533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
We lift our hands in loyalty, integrity, unity.
School Rankings
Central High School Of Clay County ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School Of Clay County is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1086 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
15%
31%
White
71%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vols
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School Of Clay County's ranking?
Central High School Of Clay County is ranked #1086 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School Of Clay County?
The graduation rate of Central High School Of Clay County is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Central High School Of Clay County?
533 students attend Central High School Of Clay County.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Central High School Of Clay County students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School Of Clay County?
Central High School Of Clay County has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central High School Of Clay County offer ?
Central High School Of Clay County offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School Of Clay County part of?
Central High School Of Clay County is part of Clay County School District.
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