For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,253 students in Clayton, CA.
The top-ranked public 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 schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Clayton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clayton, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt. Diablo Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5880 Mt. Zion Dr.
Clayton, CA 94517
(925) 672-4840
Clayton, CA 94517
(925) 672-4840
Gr: K-5 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Diablo View Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Diablo View Ln.
Clayton, CA 94517
(925) 672-0898
Clayton, CA 94517
(925) 672-0898
Gr: 6-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clayton, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Clayton, CA include Mt. Diablo Elementary School and Diablo View Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Clayton?
2 public schools are located in Clayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clayton?
Clayton public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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