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#1050 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 43% in state

Clinton Elementary School

Elementary School · South Orange-Maplewood School District

27 BERKSHIRE RD, Maplewood, NJ 07040

Enrollment

572

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,050 of 2,466

In Maplewood

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

South Orange-Maplewood School District

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Clinton Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Maplewood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Clinton Elementary School

Clinton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Maplewood, NJ, part of South Orange-Maplewood School District. Clinton Elementary School serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Clinton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,050 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Clinton Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,104
Chronic Absenteeism8.9%

Clinton Elementary School — Students at Clinton Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (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
72%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
55.6%
ELA
67.5%
2025
Math
57.5%
ELA
65.9%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Clinton Elementary School Compares

See how Clinton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

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

27 BERKSHIRE RD, Maplewood, NJ 07040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clinton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ivy Hill Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby S. Orange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maplewood, see our Maplewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL South Orange 0.5 mi 7.9
Mt Vernon Place School Newark 0.5 mi 6.7
Columbia High School Maplewood 0.6 mi 6.4
Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School Maplewood 0.9 mi 8.1
Marshall Elementary School S. Orange 1.0 mi 7.1
Florence Avenue Elementary School Irvington 0.9 mi 5.6
South Orange Middle School S. Orange 1.0 mi 7.2
Ivy Hill Elementary School Newark 0.9 mi 8.1
Newark Sch of Data Science and Information Technology Newark 1.0 mi 5.2
Tuscan Elementary School Maplewood 1.1 mi 7.8
Montrose Early Childhood Center South Orange 1.3 mi 5.7
STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges South Orange 1.4 mi 7.5
Chancellor Avenue Elementary School Irvington 1.3 mi 6.6
South Mountain Elementary School S. Orange 1.2 mi 8.0
SOUTH ORANGE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL South Orange 1.5 mi
Irvington High School Irvington 1.2 mi 3.3
Lincoln Elementary School Newark 1.2 mi 5.0
Maplewood Middle School Maplewood 1.2 mi 7.5
Delia Bolden Elementary School Maplewood 1.2 mi 5.3
Heywood Avenue Elementary School Orange 1.7 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$167,428

Median Home Value

$684,600

Median Rent

$2,184/mo

Population

25,406

College Educated

69.4%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

39 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clinton Elementary School

What grades does Clinton Elementary School serve?

Clinton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Clinton Elementary School?

Clinton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clinton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clinton Elementary School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clinton Elementary School rank in NJ?

Clinton Elementary School ranks #1,050 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Clinton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clinton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Clinton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clinton Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clinton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Clinton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Clinton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clinton Elementary School?

17.3% of students at Clinton 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

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