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#2091 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School

Elementary School · North Hanover Township School District

46 SCHOOLHOUSE ROAD, Wrightstown, NJ 08562

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,091 of 2,466

In Wrightstown

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

North Hanover Township School District

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School

4.8/10

Elementary School in Wrightstown · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School

8.1/10

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6.2/10

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About Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School

Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wrightstown, NJ, part of North Hanover Township School District. Clarence B.

Lamb Elementary School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,091 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.2 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,000
Chronic Absenteeism14.2%

Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School — Students at Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
82%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
47.6%
ELA
38.1%
2025
Math
42.8%
ELA
35.7%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School Compares

See how Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
15th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

46 SCHOOLHOUSE ROAD, Wrightstown, NJ 08562

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fort Dix Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Dix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mansfield Township Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Hanover Township School (rated 7.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wrightstown, see our Wrightstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School Wrightstown 0.2 mi 8.1
Endeavour Elementary School Jb Mdl 1.9 mi 6.2
New Hanover Township School Wrightstown 3.2 mi 7.0
New Egypt High School New Egypt 3.1 mi 6.0
New Egypt Middle School New Egypt 3.1 mi 4.1
Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School New Egypt 3.2 mi 5.5
NEW JERSEY UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cream Ridge 3.8 mi 6.8
MEADOW VIEW JUNIOR ACADEMY Chesterfield 4.9 mi 6.1
Fort Dix Elementary School Fort Dix 6.0 mi 8.9
Chesterfield Township Elementary School Chesterfield 5.7 mi 6.5
Joseph S. Stackhouse School Browns Mills 6.8 mi 4.5
Northern Burlington County Regional High School Columbus 5.2 mi 5.9
Allentown High School Allentown 6.8 mi 5.5
Newell Elementary School Allentown 6.8 mi 6.5
SCHOOL TIME Allentown 7.0 mi
Northern Burlington County Regional Middle School Columbus 5.4 mi 7.4
Mansfield Township Elementary School Columbus 5.5 mi 8.3
Helen A. Fort Middle School Pemberton 6.5 mi 5.7
Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School Pemberton 6.5 mi 5.7
Stonebridge Middle School Allentown 7.2 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,766

Median Home Value

$271,200

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Population

4,301

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School

What grades does Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School serve?

Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School?

Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School rank in NJ?

Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School ranks #2,091 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School a charter school?

No, Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School?

36.5% of students at Clarence B. Lamb Elementary 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Burlington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

District

North Hanover Township School District
District Enrollment
1,435
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,000
District Rank
#3 of 3

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