Spruce Run Recreation Area is a 1,290-acre New Jersey state recreation area located in Union Township and Clinton Township in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States. It encompasses the Spruce Run Reservoir that is used as a backup reservoir to protect the state from prolonged droughts.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
42 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
14%
33%
Black
n/a
15%
White
67%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Spruce Run?
42 students attend Spruce Run.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Spruce Run students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Spruce Run offer ?
Spruce Run offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spruce Run part of?
Spruce Run is part of Clinton Township School District.
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