For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,244 students in Clay County, IN.
The top-ranked public high schools in Clay County, IN are Clay City Jr-sr High School and Northview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clay County, IN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in Clay County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public high schools.
Clay County, IN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clay City Jr-sr High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Clay County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay City Jr-sr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Lankford St
Clay City, IN 47841
(812) 939-2154
Clay City, IN 47841
(812) 939-2154
Gr: 7-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Northview High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3150 W Sr 340
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-2661
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-2661
Gr: 9-12 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Clay County, IN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Clay County, IN include Clay City Jr-sr High School and Northview High School.
How many public high schools are located in Clay County?
2 public high schools are located in Clay County.
What is the racial composition of students in Clay County?
Clay County public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public high schools in Clay County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Clay County include: Northview High School vs. Clay City Jr-sr High School, Clay City Jr-sr High School vs. Northview High School
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