Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clara Barton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara Barton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clara Barton Elementary School's student population of 507 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Clara Barton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara Barton Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#954 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
26%
34%
Black
12%
15%
White
42%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara Barton Elementary School's ranking?
Clara Barton Elementary School is ranked #954 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clara Barton Elementary School often compared to?
Clara Barton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. Russell Knight Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clara Barton Elementary School?
507 students attend Clara Barton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Clara Barton Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clara Barton Elementary School?
Clara Barton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clara Barton Elementary School offer ?
Clara Barton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clara Barton Elementary School part of?
Clara Barton Elementary School is part of Cherry Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Clara Barton Elementary School located?
Clara Barton Elementary School is located in the Erlton Ellisburg neighborhood of Cherry Hill, NJ.
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