Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clinton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clinton Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clinton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1986 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
71%
32%
Black
28%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1986 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clinton Elementary School often compared to?
Clinton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clinton Elementary School?
337 students attend Clinton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Clinton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton Elementary School?
Clinton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to 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 Plainfield Public School District.
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