Serving 320 students in grades 3-5, Dr. J.p. Cleary 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 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. J.P. Cleary Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Minotola, NJ, covering approximately 49.1 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and an average distance of 4.9 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1835 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School is ranked #1835 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School?
320 students attend Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School?
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School offer ?
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School part of?
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School is part of Buena Regional School District.
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