Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clinton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clinton Elementary School's student population of 550 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clinton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#617 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
21%
15%
White
56%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Elementary School's ranking?
Clinton Elementary School is ranked #617 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clinton Elementary School often compared to?
Clinton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuscan Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clinton Elementary School?
550 students attend Clinton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Clinton Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton Elementary School?
Clinton Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clinton Elementary School offer ?
Clinton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clinton Elementary School part of?
Clinton Elementary School is part of South Orange-Maplewood School District.
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