Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clara E Coleman School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Clara E. Coleman School serves the entire district of Glen Rock, NJ, encompassing an area of 2.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara E Coleman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clara E Coleman School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Motto
Kindness Counts!
School Rankings
Clara E Coleman School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara E Coleman School is 0.54, which is less 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
#117 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
11%
Hispanic
9%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
64%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara E Coleman School's ranking?
Clara E Coleman School is ranked #117 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clara E Coleman School often compared to?
Clara E Coleman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Hamilton School, Richard E Byrd School, Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clara E Coleman School?
322 students attend Clara E Coleman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Clara E Coleman School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clara E Coleman School?
Clara E Coleman School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clara E Coleman School offer ?
Clara E Coleman School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clara E Coleman School part of?
Clara E Coleman School is part of Glen Rock Public School District.
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