Since West Clay Elementary School opened its doors in 2006, it has remained a leading educational institution in Carmel, Indiana. Top-rated teachers, diverse programming and a commitment to success are just a few things that make West Clay Elementary stand out.
As a kindergarten through fifth-grade school, West Clay is committed to empowering students “to become active, independent learners and educational risk takers.” This part of the school’s belief statement can be seen in the dynamic curriculum, special programs and student club offerings. The curriculum includes visual arts, performing arts, math, language arts and wellness. Special programming provides students with special education, high ability programs and English as a new language support. Students can participate in Math Bowl, Compass Leadership Team, Green Team and other clubs.
The student-teacher ratio and student population of West Clay Elementary are comparable to the other 10 elementary schools in the highly rated Carmel Clay School District. West Clay is a Common Sense Certified School, which highlights its goals of responsible digital citizenship.
You can find West Clay Elementary on 126th Street, forming a welcoming educational campus with College Wood Elementary School and Creekside Middle School. Multiple playground areas, athletic fields and walking trails provide students with outdoor opportunities both during and after school hours.
West Clay Elementary
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-5
3495 W 126th St,
Carmel, IN
Carmel Clay Schools
School Details
Head of School
Jennifer Szuhaj
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
90%
Reading Proficiency
78%
Niche Grade
A+
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
78%
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Math Proficiency
90%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
38
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Full Time Teachers
38
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Teachers in First or Second Year
14%
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
729:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
51.8%
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Female
48.2%
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White
54.8%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
34.9%
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Two or more races
4.7%
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Black
3.5%
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Hispanic
1.8%
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Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
1/12/2022
2 kids went through WCE. Excellent experience with almost all teachers. Great principal. Did a great job of keeping special needs students in same classrooms as "regular" students which is great for general student compassion and understanding. Also, had "high ability" classrooms to keep higher-perf...
3/22/2016
Administration and some of the support staff were not supportive. It was not a positive experience for my child.
2/2/2014
This is our first year at this school, but we have been in the area for 5 years now. My child attended private preschools in the area prior to attending WCE. We have been less than impressed with his Kindergarten teacher. Additionally, he receives special services through the CCS district and while...
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West Clay Elementary is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Carmel, IN and is served by the Carmel Clay Schools in Indiana. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 640 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 90% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 78% are proficient in reading. West Clay Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $794,330. Discover additional schools in the area, like University High School of Indiana, Creekside Middle School, College Wood Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Carmel has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Clay Elementary.