For the 2025 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 Northview High School and Clay City Jr-sr 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 35% (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 79%, which is less than the Indiana average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clay City Jr-sr High School, with 80-89% 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 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Clay County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northview High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3150 W Sr 340
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-2661
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-2661
Grades: 9-12
| 894 students
Rank: #22.
Clay City Jr-sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Grades: 7-12
| 350 students
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 Northview High School and Clay City Jr-sr 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 36% (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: Clay City Jr-sr High School vs. Northview High School, Northview High School vs. Clay City Jr-sr High School
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