- Michelle Obama STEM Elementary Academy — Grades PK–5 · 1,048 students
- Hawthorne Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 813 students
- Thurgood Marshall Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 801 students
- Haynie Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 767 students
- Roberta T. Smith Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 720 students
- Church Street Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 706 students
- James Jackson Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 696 students
- Harper Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 690 students
- Callaway Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 677 students
- Brown Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 671 students
- William M. McGarrah Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 658 students
- River's Edge Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 652 students
- East Clayton Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 641 students
- Kilpatrick Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 637 students
- Kemp Primary — Grades PK–2 · 626 students
- Mount Zion Primary — Grades PK–2 · 620 students
- Northcutt Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 618 students
- Huie Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 594 students
- Suder Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 592 students
- Kemp Elementary School — Grades 3–5 · 586 students
- Tara Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 570 students
- Riverdale Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 559 students
- Swint Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 544 students
- Kay R Pace Elementary School of the Arts — Grades PK–5 · 518 students
- Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 516 students
- + 14 more elementary schools
- Eddie White Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,364 students
- Rex Mill Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 904 students
- Jonesboro Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 895 students
- M. D. Roberts Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 894 students
- Babb Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 881 students
- North Clayton Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 817 students
- Morrow Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 794 students
- Sequoyah Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 765 students
- Pointe South Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 693 students
- Mundys Mill Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 687 students
- Kendrick Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 619 students
- Forest Park Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 593 students
- Riverdale Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 560 students
- Adamson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 509 students
- Utopian Academy for the Arts Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 315 students
- Morrow High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,077 students
- Lovejoy High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,049 students
- Forest Park High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,711 students
- Charles R. Drew High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,708 students
- Mundy's Mill High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,665 students
- Jonesboro High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,630 students
- Riverdale High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,359 students
- Mount Zion High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,232 students
- North Clayton High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,124 students
- Martha Ellen Stilwell School for the Performing Arts — Grades 9–12 · 494 students
- Utopian Academy for the Arts High School — Grades 9–12 · 291 students
- Perry Career Academy - Eula Wilburn Ponds Perry Center for — Grades 6–12 · 887 students
- Elite Scholars Academy School — Grades 6–12 · 757 students
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| Metric | Clayton County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 65 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Clayton County School District
Clayton County School District is the public school district that serves ZIP 30273 in Clayton, Georgia. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Georgia districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
Clayton County School District reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $12,100 per year, placing it 10% above the Georgia state average of approximately $11,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With multiple schools, Clayton County School District operates as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Clayton County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Clayton County School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Clayton County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 30273
Children in zip code 30273 are assigned to Clayton County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 30273, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Clayton County School District at (770)473-2700 or visit www.clayton.k12.ga.us. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Georgia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Clayton
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Clayton County School District serves zip code 30273, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 30273 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Georgia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Clayton County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 30273.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Clayton County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 30273 data.