Clay Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Math Proficiency
: ≤20% (Top 50% in IL)
Reading Proficiency
: ≤20%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Clay Academy?
64 students attend Clay Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Clay Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Clay Academy offer ?
Clay Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Math Proficiency
: ≤20% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: ≤20%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
