Serving 612 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Clay Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Clay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Clay Elementary School's student population of 612 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
West Clay Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Clay Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 1743 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
4%
13%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Clay Elementary School's ranking?
West Clay Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are West Clay Elementary School often compared to?
West Clay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Wood Elementary School, Towne Meadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend West Clay Elementary School?
612 students attend West Clay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of West Clay Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Clay Elementary School?
West Clay Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Clay Elementary School offer ?
West Clay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Clay Elementary School part of?
West Clay Elementary School is part of Carmel Clay Schools School District.
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