East Clayton was my childs first school and we were extremely cautious about starting her b/c of her late birthday. We decided to start her that year and have been pleased ever since. The teachers and most staff are approachable and accomodating. Parent involvement in the students classroom and anywhere
... Read more in the school is encouraged. I used to complain about the amount of fundraising but after being at a different school (in the North where the taxes are huge) it is the same no matter where you go. In comparison with her present school in the North where parent involvement in the classroom is prohibited and parents are prevented from having lunch with their children, East Clayton is decidely a great school. My child was there before Powhatan opened and after. Yes, there were long lines to bathroom, playgrounds,lunch prior to the split but after the school ran much smoother. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/25/09
Note to parents: Please consider the date associated with all comments and keep in mind that poor scores from the PAST drag down the overall score respectively. It's not a true reflection of TODAY'S climate and leadership. The over crowding issues and previous principal left when Powhatan Elem (the
... Read more new school) opened at the start of the 2008-2009 school year. Today's ECES principal is kind, responsive and on target. $ requests are still there but this isn't a school issue as much as a district issue. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/19/09
With the school splitting, I feared negative changes. I am very happy with the experiences my child has had thus far. I would not have said the same last year. My child was in first grade. I volunteered many times and was not comfortable with conversations I overheard between my child's teacher and
... Read more the TA. W and B disrespected fellow staff and other parents. I cannot even imagine what they said about me when I was not there! I prayed that this year would be better and I am excited to report that it is! Fewer children means less stress, shorter lunch lines, quieter hallways and shorter car lines! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/04/08
We couldn't be happier with East Clayton. The teachers are great. My child really enjoys attending the school and is excelling in his studies.
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Posted by a parent on 05/11/08
The best school ever, I really do not know what everyone is complaining about, because I always felt save when I dropped my son of during his Kindergarten year, he learned so much during his year at East Clayton, that he is way ahead of his classmates here on the West Coast, at least there I did'nt have
... Read more to worry about my child being bullied and about bad supervision during recess and about my child being urinated on during school hours. That is why I say, East Clayton Elementary is great, the staff and teachers are wonderful, because you can feel comfortable about leaving your child at school after you have dropped him off. The school that my son is attending now is a joke in comparison to East Clayton Elementary. Be Happy with what you have, because it can be much worse, trust me. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/23/08
East Clayton Elementary is one of the most amazing schools that I have ever worked at. 100 % of the teachers are highly qualified and test scores are above both district and state scores. Parent support and involvement is such a blessing and parents are always available to lend a helping hand. Administration
... Read more is top notch and fully supports the staff. Even though we are over crowded the teachers are exceptional and the teachers make growth daily. We are certainly a school of distinction. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 01/31/08
East Clayton was a mixed experience for our children. The kindergarten year was great but the school relied heavily on parents to aid in classroom instruction. Each year the overcrowding affected negatively and the administration suffered tunnel vision towards one program. The principal was rude on
... Read more many occasions despite our family's involvement, honor students, and corporate involvement. We finally decided to move after an entire year passed without academic growth for our eldest. Most of the problems experienced came from poor management and inability to address issues. We did have some excellent teachers in the five years but it was an expensive public school. Always fundraising and asking for donations from parents on a weekly basis. Also, safety did not seem to be of concern at all. Often children and adults wandering campus. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/26/07
When we moved here I was told this was the best school in the area for my children to get an education. It is almost the end of the school year and my oldest child has yet to learn one new thing. I was lucky to get a very good teacher for my youngest child, but it is the luck of the draw. They rely
... Read more very much on parent helpers. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/05/07
The principal never knew my children or me, though I was in the school constantly. The EC teachers hand you a list of classroom supplies you're expected to purchase on day one. I spent over $200 on those supplies in one shot and was nickel and dimed afterward. Assistant was a nightmare!
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Posted by a parent on 11/16/06
East Clayton Elementary was a crushing disappointment. Our family moved to Clayton when my husband took a job in Raleigh, NC because the area has a reputation for quality schools. I felt deceived once we arrived! This school is poorly run and is resting solely on its demographics. Academics take a back
... Read more seat to fundraising activities. Teachers are frequently absent and substitutes are not hired as replacements. The principal lacks tact and speaks to parents in a condescending tone. Overall, the staff is unprofessional and unfriendly. They actually 'lost' my daughter in the school one afternoon and were completely unconcerned about her whereabouts. Thankfully, my husband's job relocated us the next year. Read less
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Student enrollment:
700
Students per teacher:
15
Full-time teachers:
47
Number of classrooms:
55
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Clayton schools — East Clayton Elementary School is located at 2075 Nc Highway 42 E, Clayton NC 27527. 2075 Nc Highway 42 E is in the 27527 ZIP code in Clayton, NC The school district for East Clayton Elementary School is the Johnston County School District. East Clayton Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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