CLAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Clay County High School is a public high school that is part of the Clay County school district, located in Celina, TN with about 301 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 20 teachers, Clay County High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Clay County High School, located in Celina, Tennessee, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the local community. As part of the Clay County School District, the school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal development. It offers a standard high school curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education, vocational training, or the workforce, while striving to maintain the supportive, close-knit atmosphere characteristic of a rural Tennessee community.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school places a strong emphasis on student engagement through various extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and community service initiatives. By prioritizing student success and school spirit, Clay County High School aims to cultivate responsible citizens who are well-equipped to contribute to their local community and beyond. The school serves as a central hub for the town of Celina, playing a vital role in the social and educational life of Clay County residents.

For more information, contact Clay County High School at (931) 243-2340 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

860 Clay County HWY
Celina, TN 38551
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CLAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Celina, TN with about 301 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Clay County
Total Students:
301
Teachers:
20.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 301 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CLAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 95% of the student body.

White
95.3%
Hispanic/Latino
2.3%
Black or African American
1.7%
Two or more races
0.7%

Female
52.2%
Male
47.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.