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East Clayton Elementary School

3674 Steele Rd.
Ellenwood, GA 30294
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 637 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Clayton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 637 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

School Overview

East Clayton Elementary School's student population of 637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

East Clayton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Clayton Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1901 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
16%
39%
17%
40%
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
77%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.38
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Clayton Elementary School's ranking?
East Clayton Elementary School is ranked #1901 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Clayton Elementary School often compared to?
East Clayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend East Clayton Elementary School?
637 students attend East Clayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of East Clayton Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Clayton Elementary School?
East Clayton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Clayton Elementary School offer ?
East Clayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Clayton Elementary School part of?
East Clayton Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 637 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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