Carmel Clay Schools

Carmel Clay Schools serves 16,145 students across 15 schools in Hamilton County, Indiana, operating 11 elementary, 3 middle, and 1 high school. The district experienced a slight enrollment decline of 0.4% from the prior year, with a student-teacher ratio of 16.7:1 supported by 967 teachers.

Academic performance substantially exceeds state benchmarks. Math proficiency stands at 73.7% compared to Indiana's 41.6% average, while reading proficiency reaches 70.8% against the state average of 38.8%. The district maintains a 100% graduation rate with chronic absenteeism at 6.4%.

Student demographics reflect relative affluence, with 12.9% economically disadvantaged students compared to state levels. The population includes 7.2% English learners and 15.3% students with disabilities. Racial composition is 65.8% White, 17.5% Asian, 7.5% Hispanic, and 4.5% Black, indicating a more diverse student body than many Indiana districts, particularly in Asian representation.

The district's academic standing positions it well above state performance metrics in both core subjects. With minimal enrollment fluctuation, stable staffing ratios, and comprehensive school structure, Carmel Clay Schools represents a mid-sized district with strong achievement outcomes and manageable special populations percentages relative to state context.