What grades does West Clayton Elementary serve?

West Clayton Elementary operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Clayton area.

Where is West Clayton Elementary located?

West Clayton Elementary is a urban school in Clayton, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Clayton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at West Clayton Elementary is 12.8:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Clayton, NC?

Schools in Clayton include West Clayton Elementary and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Clayton area.

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West Clayton Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

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Clayton, NC 27520

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

718

Student:Teacher

12.8:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Johnston County Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.6%

Phone

(919)553-7113

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

34%

25th percentile in NC

Math Proficiency

28%

28th percentile in NC

Chronic Absenteeism

6.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

29 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.7:1

Near average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,105

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

1.5

Psychologists

0.80000001

Social Workers

0.40000001

Nurses

0.60000002

School Resource Officers

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,352

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,356

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,012

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 65%Local 24%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$431,758

-2.6% 1yr+34.6% 5yr

Raleigh, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.4%

Below 150% poverty line

3.8%

Unemployment rate

11.2%

Uninsured residents

10.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

6,204

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

5,823

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,540 (44%)

Other Health Impairment

1,101 (19%)

Autism

787 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

542 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

251 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

111 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

742

Current enrollment

Stable(-8% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Sep 10, 2026

BOG Testing 3rd Grade

exam

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Johnston County Public Schools. West Clayton Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	BOY MAP Testing (Reading)District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	BOY MAP Testing (Reading)District-wide	exam	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	BOY MAP Testing (Math)District-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Planning Period PDDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	BOG Testing 3rd Grade District-wide	exam	—