For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,477 students in 08312, NJ (there are , serving 281 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 08312, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08312, NJ are Herma S. Simmons Elementary School, Clayton High School and Clayton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08312 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08312, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08312, NJ 51爆料s (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 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Clayton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
55 Pop Kramer Blvd, Suite A
Clayton, NJ 08312
(856) 881-8701
Clayton, NJ 08312
(856) 881-8701
Gr: 9-12 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
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 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08312, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08312, NJ include Herma S. Simmons Elementary School, Clayton High School and Clayton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 08312?
3 public schools are located in 08312.
What percentage of students in 08312 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 08312 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08312?
08312 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).