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Clara Parker Intermediate School

Middle School · Trenton Public School District

820 South Warren Street, Trenton, NJ 08611

Enrollment

565

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

3.4

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,408 of 2,466

In Trenton

#24 of 32

public schools

In district

#17 of 25

Trenton Public School District

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Clara Parker Intermediate School

3.4/10

Middle School in Trenton · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.0/10

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6.7/10

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About Clara Parker Intermediate School

Clara Parker Intermediate School is a public middle school in Trenton, NJ, part of Trenton Public School District. Clara Parker Intermediate School serves approximately 565 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Clara Parker Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,408 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Clara Parker Intermediate School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.5
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics1.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-38 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-37.9 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-30.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,662
Chronic Absenteeism29%

Clara Parker Intermediate School — Students at Clara Parker Intermediate School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 22.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
8.3%
ELA
13.3%
2025
Math
7.3%
ELA
13.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How Clara Parker Intermediate School Compares

See how Clara Parker Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
2th percentile in NJ
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

Location

820 South Warren Street, Trenton, NJ 08611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clara Parker Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Battle Monument Intermediate School (rated 3.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ulysses S. Grant School (rated 3.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Trenton, see our Trenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Daylight/Twilight High School Trenton 0.8 mi 3.0
Gershom Mott Elementary School Trenton 0.8 mi 6.7
International Charter School Trenton 0.8 mi 6.1
Carroll Robbins Elementary School Trenton 0.9 mi 4.9
Trenton Central High School-9th Grade Academy Trenton 1.1 mi 2.3
Luis Munoz-Rivera Elementary School Trenton 1.2 mi 3.7
William Harrison Elementary School Trenton 0.9 mi 5.0
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School Trenton 0.9 mi 5.5
George Washington Elementary School Trenton 1.0 mi 3.3
Ulysses S. Grant School Trenton 1.2 mi 3.4
Battle Monument Intermediate School Trenton 1.3 mi 3.5
Foundation Academy Charter School Trenton 1.2 mi 5.8
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF TRENTON Trenton 1.4 mi
Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School Trenton 1.6 mi 3.1
Trenton Central High School - Main Campus Trenton 1.3 mi 4.1
Grace A Dunn Middle School Trenton 1.3 mi 3.3
Franklin Elementary School Trenton 1.3 mi 6.2
Morrisville HS Morrisville 1.3 mi 6.4
Morrisville Intermediate Sch Morrisville 1.3 mi 4.9
Cadwalader Elementary School Trenton 1.6 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,806

Median Home Value

$142,400

Median Rent

$1,300/mo

Population

32,786

College Educated

16.3%

Homeownership

36.4%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

25.2%

Median Age

34.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Ulysses S. Grant School Trenton, NJ 3.4
Veterans Memorial Middle Vineland, NJ 3.4
Arthur J. Holland Middle School Trenton, NJ 3.5
Battle Monument Intermediate School Trenton, NJ 3.5
Grace A Dunn Middle School Trenton, NJ 3.3
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School Keansburg, NJ 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clara Parker Intermediate School

What grades does Clara Parker Intermediate School serve?

Clara Parker Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Clara Parker Intermediate School?

Clara Parker Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clara Parker Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clara Parker Intermediate School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clara Parker Intermediate School rank in NJ?

Clara Parker Intermediate School ranks #2,408 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Clara Parker Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clara Parker Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Clara Parker Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clara Parker Intermediate School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clara Parker Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Clara Parker Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clara Parker Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Clara Parker Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clara Parker Intermediate School?

49.4% of students at Clara Parker Intermediate School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

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