Clayton High

www.johnston.k12.nc.us/o/chs

1,929 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Clayton High School, located in Clayton, North Carolina, is a prominent secondary institution within the Johnston County Public Schools system. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The campus is well-integrated into the local Clayton community, acting as a central hub for student life, athletics, and regional events.

Beyond its core curriculum, Clayton High offers students various pathways for personal and professional development, including advanced placement courses, career and technical education programs, and numerous clubs and organizations. The school places a strong emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education or enter the workforce immediately after graduation. Through its commitment to school spirit and student engagement, Clayton High maintains a reputation for being an active, community-focused institution dedicated to the growth of its students.

1,929

Total Students

82.4

Full-Time Teachers

23.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

99.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Clayton High
Demographic	Student Count
White	722
Hispanic	502
Black	568
Asian	25
Two or More	106
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	1

White
722 (37.4%)
Black
568 (29.4%)
Hispanic
502 (26.0%)
Two or More
106 (5.5%)
Asian
25 (1.3%)
American Indian
5 (0.3%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Johnston County Public Schools
Phone:	(919)553-4064
Website:	http://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/o/chs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,929
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	82.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,921
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 488

Grade 10 483

Grade 11 490

Grade 12 468