Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clayton Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Clayton Avenue Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Education for a Changing World
School Rankings
Clayton Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton Avenue Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1940 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
80%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Clayton Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1940 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clayton Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Clayton Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like African Road Elementary School, Glenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Clayton Avenue Elementary School?
242 students attend Clayton Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Clayton Avenue Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayton Avenue Elementary School?
Clayton Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clayton Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Clayton Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clayton Avenue Elementary School part of?
Clayton Avenue Elementary School is part of Vestal Central School District.
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