Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Clara Barton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara Barton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Clara Barton Elementary School's student population of 215 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Clara Barton Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
21%
34%
Black
20%
15%
White
55%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
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
What schools are Clara Barton Elementary School often compared to?
Clara Barton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peter Muschal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clara Barton Elementary School?
215 students attend Clara Barton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Clara Barton Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clara Barton Elementary School?
Clara Barton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clara Barton Elementary School offer ?
Clara Barton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clara Barton Elementary School part of?
Clara Barton Elementary School is part of Bordentown Regional School District.
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