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2 schools in Clay County

Georgia · 191 students · 1 city

From elementary through high school, Clay County runs 2 public K-12 campuses (1 elementary and 1 middle), with combined enrollment of about 191.

7-year change in Clay County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
191
-49 (-20%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
3%
was 2%
% Hispanic
0%
was 0%
% Black
96%
was 95%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollment
Clay County ElementaryFort GainesElementaryPK-05143
Clay County Middle SchoolFort GainesMiddle06-0848

About Clay County

As a rural-scale district in Georgia, Clay County educates 191 students across 2 schools.

For a sense of the school types, Clay County consists of 1 elementary and 1 middle.

On a per-school basis, Clay County runs about 96 students per campus, 87% meaningfully below the state mean of roughly 748.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Clay County has shrank 20% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 240 students to 191.

On allk12, the community for Clay County discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many schools are in Clay County?
Clay County operates 2 public K-12 schools in Georgia, serving approximately 191 students.
What is the mix of elementary, middle, and high schools in Clay County?
Clay County includes 1 elementary, 1 middle schools.
What is the largest school in Clay County?
Clay County Elementary is the largest public school in Clay County by enrollment, with approximately 143 students.
What grade levels does Clay County serve?
Clay County schools serve students from pre-K through grade 8, across 2 campuses.