For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,240 students in Clayton, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, CA are Mt. Diablo Elementary School and Diablo View Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clayton, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mt. Diablo Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5880 Mt. Zion Dr.
Clayton, CA 94517
(925) 672-4840
Clayton, CA 94517
(925) 672-4840
Grades: K-5
| 738 students
Rank: #22.
Diablo View Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Diablo View Ln.
Clayton, CA 94517
(925) 672-0898
Clayton, CA 94517
(925) 672-0898
Grades: 6-8
| 502 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, CA include Mt. Diablo Elementary School and Diablo View Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clayton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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