For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 164 students in Clayton, NM.
The top ranked public elementary school in Clayton, NM is Alvis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clayton, NM public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clayton, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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 Public 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 elementary schools in Clayton, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Clayton, NM include Alvis Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clayton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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