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Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School

Elementary School · Haddon Township School District

100 CEDAR AVENUE, Oaklyn, NJ 08107

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,547 of 2,466

In Oaklyn

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Haddon Township School District

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School

5.9/10

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

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About Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School

Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oaklyn, NJ, part of Haddon Township School District. Clyde S.

Jennings Elementary School serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,547 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 124 students, Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,684
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School — Students at Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.1% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
64.5%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
64.5%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
54.5%
2013
Math
84.5%
ELA
64.5%
2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2015
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2016
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2017
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
40.3%
ELA
55.1%
2025
Math
48.1%
ELA
51.4%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School Compares

See how Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
37th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Location

100 CEDAR AVENUE, Oaklyn, NJ 08107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Zane North Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Collingswood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas Sharp Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby West Collingswood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haviland Avenue School (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Audubon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oaklyn, see our Oaklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Haviland Avenue School Audubon 0.6 mi 7.1
PAUL VI HIGH SCHOOL Haddonfield 0.6 mi 4.0
Mansion Avenue School Audubon 0.8 mi 6.0
Collingswood Pre School at Oaklyn Collingswood 0.7 mi 5.3
Oaklyn Public School Oaklyn 0.7 mi 5.3
Zane North Elementary School Collingswood 0.9 mi 8.2
Collingswood Pre Sch Penguins Childhood Center Collingswood 0.9 mi 5.3
Collingswood High School Collingswood 0.9 mi 5.8
Collingswood Middle School Collingswood 0.9 mi 7.9
Haddon Township High School Westmont 0.9 mi 4.9
Audubon Park Preschool Audubon Park 0.9 mi
Audubon Junior/Senior High School Audubon 1.1 mi 6.3
Van Sciver Elementary School Haddonfield 0.9 mi 7.0
Atlantic Avenue Haddon Heights 1.2 mi 4.9
James A. Garfield Elementary School Collingswood 1.3 mi 5.1
Stoy Elementary School Haddonfield 1.0 mi 3.8
ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haddon Heights 1.2 mi 6.2
William G. Rohrer Middle School Westmont 1.1 mi 8.1
William P Tatem Elementary School Collingswood 1.4 mi 6.2
Thomas Sharp Elementary School West Collingswood 1.2 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,262

Median Home Value

$261,700

Median Rent

$1,257/mo

Population

13,699

College Educated

36.4%

Homeownership

52.4%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School

What grades does Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School serve?

Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School?

Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School rank in NJ?

Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School ranks #1,547 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School?

17.7% of students at Clyde S. Jennings 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
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

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