For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 311 students in Clay County, TN.
The top-ranked public high school in Clay County, TN is Clay County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clay County, TN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Clay County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Clay County, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clay County High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Clay County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay County High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
860 Clay County Hwy
Celina, TN 38551
(931) 243-2340
Celina, TN 38551
(931) 243-2340
Gr: 9-12 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Clay County, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Clay County, TN include Clay County 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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