Clay High School

Clay High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
19131 Darden Rd,  South Bend, IN
South Bend Community School Corporation
3.3
4.2
477 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Tim Pletcher
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1070
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.15
Graduation Rate
77%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
C+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.15
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
74
Full Time Teachers
74
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1070
Math
520
Verbal
550
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
26
Reading
27
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
71.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
214:1

Student Diversity

Female
56.4%
Male
43.6%
Black
42%
White
33%
Hispanic
14.8%
Two or more races
8.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.3%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Best HS for the Arts in Indiana
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Indiana University - Bloomington 109 Students
Indiana University - South Bend 108 Students
Ball State University 107 Students
Purdue University 83 Students
Indiana University Indianapolis 68 Students
Indiana State University 63 Students
University of Indianapolis 52 Students
Butler University 30 Students
Valparaiso University 29 Students
Bethel University - Indiana 28 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 43 Students
Psychology 35 Students
Nursing 34 Students
Graphic Design 29 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 18 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Elementary Education 11 Students
Interior Design 11 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 10 Students
Biology 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 188 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
1/5/2024
My experience with Clay High School is based on some mixed emotions it's a good school and a lot of work is done. Some of the teachers are patient with their students and are willing to walk through. There also have a strong base in theater and art clubs.
4.0 Senior
7/9/2021
I love my school! I wouldn't want to be anywhere else! I love being apart of a fine arts school, there are so many different activities to do!
4.0 Senior
3/28/2021
My experience at Clay Highschool has been very good. The teachers were always very helpful and taught well.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 5 Reviews
1.0 other
12/13/2022
The must disappointed I have been with a school. The principal is so rude and only cares about the number of students not care about their staff. The students curse out the staff and the principal does not care. Very very disappointed. If the principal is reading this if you quit it will make many h...
5.0 student
10/10/2022
The school is amazing and has amazing teachers, students, and parents in it. Even if there are some bad teachers or students the school should not be put down this bad due to a couple fist fights. Thank you for reading.
5.0 parent
7/30/2018
The school administration was helpful and flexible with our challenges with our daughter's education.
5.0 parent
1/6/2016
I have a son who is currently a sophomore at Clay High School. I feel it is one of the best high schools in South Bend. I have read some of the other reviews.... yes, there are problems with ALL schools.... anyone who thinks their school has no problems need their head examined. My son has been taug...

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Clay High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in South Bend, IN and is served by the South Bend Community School Corporation in Indiana. The school has a total enrollment of 477 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Clay High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.15, the graduation rate is 77%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1070 and an ACT score of 25. Discover additional schools in the area, like Eggleston Center, Rise Up Academy at Eggleston, Granger Christian School, and more. Learn more about what South Bend has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Clay High School.

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