For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 345 students in Clayton, NM.
The top ranked public schools in Clayton, NM are Clayton High School, Clayton Junior High School and Alvis Elementary 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 30% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Clayton, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clayton High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
323 South 5th St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Grades: 9-12
| 119 students
Rank: #22.
Clayton Junior High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
224 Spruce St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Grades: 7-8
| 62 students
Rank: #33.
Alvis Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
404 Aspen St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Grades: PK-4
| 164 students
Clayton, New Mexico ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
224 Spruce St
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Clayton, NM 88415
(575) 374-9611
Grades: 5-6
| 54 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clayton, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Clayton, NM include Clayton High School, Clayton Junior High School and Alvis Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clayton?
3 public schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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