Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Frank K. Hehnly 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 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Frank K. Hehnly serves a central area in Clark, NJ, encompassing approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank K. Hehnly ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Frank K. Hehnly's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Motto
Inspiring Greatness
School Rankings
Frank K. Hehnly ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank K. Hehnly is 0.42, 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
#582 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
74%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank K. Hehnly's ranking?
Frank K. Hehnly is ranked #582 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Frank K. Hehnly often compared to?
Frank K. Hehnlyis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Frank K. Hehnly?
543 students attend Frank K. Hehnly.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Frank K. Hehnly students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank K. Hehnly?
Frank K. Hehnly has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frank K. Hehnly offer ?
Frank K. Hehnly offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank K. Hehnly part of?
Frank K. Hehnly is part of Clark Township Public School District.
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