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1244 EnrollmentWe believe small is better because no students fall through the cracks
- 4 SchoolsAll 4 schools are located on the same campus.
- 58% NBCTand/or Teachers with Advanced Degrees
- 58 Sport Teams & ClubsWe believe students learn leadership with participation in extracurricular activities.
- 192 EmployeesOur Teacher to Student Ratio is 1:12
- 93.6%Graduation RateWe want all students to graduate ready for post-secondary success.
Recent News
Request for Proposals for Legal Services
Clay County Schools is soliciting proposals from qualified attorneys and/or law firms licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina to provide comprehensive legal services to the District and Board of Education. Proposals will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2026.
The District seeks legal counsel with demonstrated experience in North Carolina public school law, including Board governance, personnel and employment matters, student services, litigation, contracts, policy review, compliance, and school operations. The anticipated term of services is a three-year agreement beginning July 1, 2026.
The District seeks legal counsel with demonstrated experience in North Carolina public school law, including Board governance, personnel and employment matters, student services, litigation, contracts, policy review, compliance, and school operations. The anticipated term of services is a three-year agreement beginning July 1, 2026.
SEALED BIDS DUE 4:00 P.M. THURSDAY, JULY 16
The Clay County Board of Education is offering the following residential lots for
sale by SEALED BID consistent with N.C. Gen. Stat. 160A-268 and its May 18, 2026 resolution.
sale by SEALED BID consistent with N.C. Gen. Stat. 160A-268 and its May 18, 2026 resolution.

