Serving 567 students in grades 7-8, Clayton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clayton Middle School's student population of 567 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
567 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Clayton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Middle School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#177 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
67%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Middle School's ranking?
Clayton Middle School is ranked #177 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Clayton Middle School often compared to?
Clayton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Middle School, Salt Lake Center For Science Education Bryant by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Clayton Middle School?
567 students attend Clayton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Clayton Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clayton Middle School?
Clayton Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Clayton Middle School offer ?
Clayton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Clayton Middle School part of?
Clayton Middle School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Clayton Middle School located?
Clayton Middle School is located in the Wasatch Hollow neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT.
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