Serving 742 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Clayton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Clayton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Clayton Elementary School's student population of 742 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
West Clayton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Clayton Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1465 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
36%
22%
Black
21%
24%
White
33%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Clayton Elementary School's ranking?
West Clayton Elementary School is ranked #1465 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Clayton Elementary School often compared to?
West Clayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Elementary School, East Clayton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Clayton Elementary School?
742 students attend West Clayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of West Clayton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Clayton Elementary School?
West Clayton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Clayton Elementary School offer ?
West Clayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Clayton Elementary School part of?
West Clayton Elementary School is part of Johnston County School District.
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