For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 425 students in Clay City, KY.
The top-ranked public school in Clay City, KY is Clay City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clay City, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Clay City have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clay City, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay City Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4901 Main St
Clay City, KY 40312
(606) 663-3315
Clay City, KY 40312
(606) 663-3315
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clay City, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Clay City, KY include Clay City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clay City?
1 public schools are located in Clay City.
What is the racial composition of students in Clay City?
Clay City public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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