Clayton High School is a public high school in Clayton, North Carolina.
Serving 1,929 students in grades 9-12, Clayton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,929 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Clayton High School's student population of 1,929 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,929 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
Clayton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton High School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1262 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
30%
24%
White
37%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Comet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton High School's ranking?
Clayton High School is ranked #1262 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Clayton High School often compared to?
Clayton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland High School, Corinth Holders High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clayton High School?
The graduation rate of Clayton High School is 94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Clayton High School?
1,929 students attend Clayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Clayton High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clayton High School?
Clayton High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clayton High School offer ?
Clayton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clayton High School part of?
Clayton High School is part of Johnston County School District.
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