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#1898 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School
Elementary School · Egg Harbor Township School District
2501 SPRUCE AVENUE, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,898 of 2,466
In Egg Harbor Township
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Egg Harbor Township School District
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Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School
Elementary School in Egg Harbor Township · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School
Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School is a public elementary school in Egg Harbor Township, NJ, part of Egg Harbor Township School District. Clayton J.
Davenport Elementary School serves approximately 734 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,898 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School — Students at Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.8/10.
How Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School Compares
See how Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2501 SPRUCE AVENUE, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northfield Community Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is ISLAMIC ACADAMEY OF SOUTH JERSEY (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Main Street Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Pleasantville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Egg Harbor Township, see our Egg Harbor Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,604
Median Home Value
$285,700
Median Rent
$1,466/mo
Population
46,856
College Educated
34.8%
Homeownership
83.9%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
41.1
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| Center Grove School Randolph, NJ | 5.2 |
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| East Dover Elementary School Dover, NJ | 5.2 |
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| Grant Elementary School Dumont, NJ | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School
What grades does Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School serve?
Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School?
Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 734 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School rank in NJ?
Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School ranks #1,898 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School a charter school?
No, Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School?
66.2% of students at Clayton J. Davenport 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 734
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Atlantic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.6%
- Phone
- (609) 645-3550
Resources & Links
District
Egg Harbor Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,473
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,048
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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