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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best Clayton Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 397 students in Clayton, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, NM are Kiser Elementary School, Alvis Elementary School and Clayton Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Clayton, NM (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kiser Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
224 Spruce St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Gr: 5-6 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Alvis Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
404 Aspen St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Gr: PK-4 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Clayton Junior High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
224 Spruce St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Gr: 7-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Clayton High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
323 South 5th St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Gr: 9-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Clayton, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, NM include Kiser Elementary School, Alvis Elementary School and Clayton Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in Clayton?
4 public schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

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