For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,467 students in 08312, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 538 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 08312, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
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 16% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08312, NJ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Herma S. Simmons Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 West Chestnut Street
Clayton, NJ 08312
(856) 881-8704
Clayton, NJ 08312
(856) 881-8704
Grades: PK-5
| 671 students
Rank: #22.
Clayton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 454 students
Rank: #33.
Clayton Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 342 students
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?
73% of all K-12 students in 08312 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
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 61% (majority Hispanic).
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