Clay County

Clay County Public Schools (USD 379), headquartered at 807 Dexter in Clay Center, Kansas, is a fully operational, independent public school district catering to a broad geographic footprint classified as a distant town setting. Operating six active schools, the district offers a complete educational continuum spanning from prekindergarten through 12th grade. In the 2024–2025 academic school year, Clay County serves an enrollment of 1,279 students, including 623 female and 656 male learners across its primary and secondary programs. Community members and prospective families can easily reach the district office by phone at (785) 632-3176 or explore program details on their official website at www.usd379.org.

To deliver a supportive and well-rounded learning environment, the district employs a robust workforce of approximately 438 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. Instructional leadership is anchored by a teaching staff of roughly 225.6 FTE educators, complemented by 46.5 FTE instructional aides who assist with direct classroom engagement. An additional 166.2 FTE support staff members manage administrative, operational, and student service needs across all six facilities. This extensive staffing structure demonstrates the district's dedication to maintaining low student-to-educator ratios and providing strong community-rooted support for families, students, and educational researchers alike.