For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,818 students in Clayton, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in Clayton, NC are Cleveland High School and Clayton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, NC public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Clayton, NC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cleveland High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Clayton, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cleveland High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1892 Polenta Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 934-2455
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 934-2455
Gr: 9-12 | 1,889 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Clayton High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 S Fayetteville St
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-4064
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-4064
Gr: 9-12 | 1,929 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Clayton, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in Clayton, NC include Cleveland High School and Clayton High School.
How many public high schools are located in Clayton?
2 public high schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Clayton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Clayton include: Clayton High School vs. Cleveland High School, Cleveland High School vs. Clayton High School
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