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#386 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 16% in state

Clark Mills School

Elementary School · Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District

34 GORDONS CORNER ROAD, Manalapan, NJ 07726

Enrollment

478

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

8.0

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#386 of 2,466

In Manalapan

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Clark Mills School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Manalapan · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Clark Mills School

Clark Mills School is a public elementary school in Manalapan, NJ, part of Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District. Clark Mills School serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Clark Mills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #386 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Clark Mills School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+28.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.1 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,258
Chronic Absenteeism3.6%

Clark Mills School — Students at Clark Mills School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
88%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
85%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
85%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
74.2%
ELA
68.4%
2025
Math
76%
ELA
76%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Clark Mills School Compares

See how Clark Mills School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
84th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.6%

Location

34 GORDONS CORNER ROAD, Manalapan, NJ 07726

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clark Mills School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lafayette Mills School (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Freehold School (rated 8.7/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Freehold), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Robertsville Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Morganville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Manalapan, see our Manalapan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
John I. Dawes Early Learning Center Manalapan 0.0 mi 6.1
Milford Brook School Manalapan 0.2 mi 7.1
Taylor Mills School Manalapan 0.3 mi 7.2
YELLOW DUCK PREPARATORY Manalapan 0.9 mi
IVY LEAGUE PRESCHOOL Manalapan 0.9 mi
Manalapan High School Englishtown 1.2 mi 5.1
Wemrock Brook School Manalapan 1.4 mi 8.5
Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School Manalapan 1.5 mi 6.2
Pine Brook School Manalapan 1.3 mi 7.8
Lafayette Mills School Manalapan 2.8 mi 8.8
Asher Holmes Elementary School Morganville 3.9 mi 6.5
C. Richard Applegate School Freehold 3.8 mi 8.1
Robertsville Elementary School Morganville 4.0 mi 8.6
GENIUS KIDS ACADEMY Morganville 4.3 mi
Mill Lake Monroe Twp 4.8 mi 5.6
West Freehold School Freehold 4.7 mi 8.7
KIDDIE ACADEMY Freehold 4.7 mi
Brookside Elementary School Monroe Township 4.2 mi 6.4
Barclay Brook School Monroe Twp 4.3 mi 6.5
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School Marlboro 4.2 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$145,625

Median Home Value

$603,000

Median Rent

$1,973/mo

Population

44,698

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

87.2%

Avg Commute

40.6 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clark Mills School

What grades does Clark Mills School serve?

Clark Mills School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Clark Mills School?

Clark Mills School has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clark Mills School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clark Mills School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clark Mills School rank in NJ?

Clark Mills School ranks #386 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Clark Mills School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clark Mills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Clark Mills School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clark Mills School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clark Mills School a charter school?

No, Clark Mills School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clark Mills School a Title I school?

No, Clark Mills School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clark Mills School?

10.9% of students at Clark Mills 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
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.6%

District

Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District
District Enrollment
4,653
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,258
District Rank
#3 of 8

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