North Clayton High School is a four-year public high school located in unincorporated Clayton County, Georgia, United States, with a College Park postal address. It is part of the Clayton County Public Schools. The school was created in 1937 as Flat Rock School, serving 44 students in grades 8–10 with eight teachers.
Serving 1,174 students in grades 9-12, North Clayton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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North Clayton High School's student population of 1,174 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1937
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
North Clayton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Clayton High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1838 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
83%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is North Clayton High School's ranking?
North Clayton High School is ranked #1838 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Clayton High School often compared to?
North Clayton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Clayton Middle School, Hapeville Charter Career Academy, Banneker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Clayton High School?
The graduation rate of North Clayton High School is 81%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Clayton High School?
1,174 students attend North Clayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Clayton High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Clayton High School?
North Clayton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Clayton High School offer ?
North Clayton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Clayton High School part of?
North Clayton High School is part of Clayton County School District.
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