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Clays Mill Elementary School

2319 Clays Mill Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clays Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 520 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 5% in KY
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 72% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Clays Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

School Overview

Clays Mill Elementary School's student population of 520 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Fayette County 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ is to create a collaborative community that ensures all students achieve at high levels and graduate prepared to excel in a global society.

School Rankings

Clays Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clays Mill Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#56 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
61%
38%
72%
45%
60-64%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
77%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clays Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Clays Mill Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Clays Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Clays Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Clays Mill Elementary School?
520 students attend Clays Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Clays Mill Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clays Mill Elementary School?
Clays Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clays Mill Elementary School offer ?
Clays Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clays Mill Elementary School part of?
Clays Mill Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.

School Reviews

5   8/1/2015
I believe that this school is the best .all the teachers are amazing expesally Mrs berryman and Mrs Ames. They have outstanding teaching and teachers.
- Posted by Parent - Desai

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 520 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 72% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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