Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-5, St. Cloud Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Cloud Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
St. Cloud Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
St. Cloud Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Cloud Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#334 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
19%
34%
Black
28%
15%
White
31%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 is St. Cloud Elementary School's ranking?
St. Cloud Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are St. Cloud Elementary School often compared to?
St. Cloud Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Pleasant Elementary School, Gregory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend St. Cloud Elementary School?
424 students attend St. Cloud Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of St. Cloud Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Cloud Elementary School?
St. Cloud Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does St. Cloud Elementary School offer ?
St. Cloud Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Cloud Elementary School part of?
St. Cloud Elementary School is part of West Orange School District.
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