Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ ranks in the top 50% 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 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ's student population of 462 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ is 0.47, 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
#671 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
4%
14%
White
71%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ's ranking?
Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ is ranked #671 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ often compared to?
Clinton 51±¬ÁÏis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton Township Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ?
462 students attend Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ?
Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ offer ?
Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ part of?
Clinton 51±¬ÁÏ is part of Clinton-Glen Gardner School District.
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