Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clara E Coleman School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara E Coleman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clara E Coleman School's student population of 340 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Clara E Coleman School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara E Coleman School is 0.53, 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
#82 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
7%
34%
Black
n/a
15%
White
64%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
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
What is Clara E Coleman School's ranking?
Clara E Coleman School is ranked #82 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clara E Coleman School often compared to?
Clara E Coleman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Hamilton School, Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clara E Coleman School?
340 students attend Clara E Coleman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Clara E Coleman School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clara E Coleman School?
Clara E Coleman School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clara E Coleman School offer ?
Clara E Coleman School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clara E Coleman School part of?
Clara E Coleman School is part of Glen Rock Public School District.
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