For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,014 students in 08312, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08312, NJ are Herma S. Simmons Elementary School and Clayton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08312 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08312, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08312, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Herma S. Simmons Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 West Chestnut Street
Clayton, NJ 08312
(856) 881-8704
Clayton, NJ 08312
(856) 881-8704
Gr: PK-5 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Clayton Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
55 Pop Kramer Blvd, Suite B
Clayton, NJ 08312
(856) 881-8701
Clayton, NJ 08312
(856) 881-8701
Gr: 6-8 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08312, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08312, NJ include Herma S. Simmons Elementary School and Clayton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08312?
2 public elementary schools are located in 08312.
What is the racial composition of students in 08312?
08312 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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