Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley Road School 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 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Road School serves the northeast part of Clark, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Road School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
Inspiring Greatness!
School Rankings
Valley Road School 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 Valley Road School is 0.52, 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
#517 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
66%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Road School's ranking?
Valley Road School is ranked #517 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Valley Road School often compared to?
Valley Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank K. Hehnly by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Valley Road School?
390 students attend Valley Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Valley Road School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Road School?
Valley Road School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley Road School offer ?
Valley Road School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Road School part of?
Valley Road School is part of Clark Township Public School District.
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