Very Good
#476 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 19% in state
Ella G Clarke Elementary School
Elementary School · Lakewood Township School District
455 MANETTA AVENUE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
3rd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#476 of 2,466
In Lakewood
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Lakewood Township School District
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ella G Clarke Elementary School
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About Ella G Clarke Elementary School
Ella G Clarke Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakewood, NJ, part of Lakewood Township School District. Ella G Clarke Elementary School serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ella G Clarke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #476 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Ella G Clarke Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Ella G Clarke Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Ella G Clarke Elementary School — Students at Ella G Clarke Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 45 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: 7.5/10.
How Ella G Clarke Elementary School Compares
See how Ella G Clarke 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
455 MANETTA AVENUE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ella G Clarke Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lakewood Early Childhood Center (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Clifton Ave Grade School (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BAIS YAAKOV OF OCEAN CITY (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Lakewood Middle School Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Lakewood High School Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| YESHIVA CHESHKAS HATORAH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| YESHIVA MASORAS AVOS Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| NESIVOS HATORAH Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| BAIS FAIGA GRATTER BUILDING Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| BAIS SARAH INC Lakewood | 0.6 mi | — |
| SATMAR CHEDER/UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLA OHR CHADOSH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | — |
| TALMUD TORAH YESODEI HATORAH INC. Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| NACHLAS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| TORAS IMECHA/BNOS BINA-ATERES NECHAMA Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| CHEDER BNAI TORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| YESHIVA TORAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF OCEAN CITY Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| BAIS FAIGA SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH KEREN HATORAH Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,811
Median Home Value
$430,700
Median Rent
$1,701/mo
Population
136,784
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
18.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ella G Clarke Elementary School
What grades does Ella G Clarke Elementary School serve?
Ella G Clarke Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.
How many students attend Ella G Clarke Elementary School?
Ella G Clarke Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ella G Clarke Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ella G Clarke Elementary School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ella G Clarke Elementary School rank in NJ?
Ella G Clarke Elementary School ranks #476 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Ella G Clarke Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ella G Clarke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Ella G Clarke Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ella G Clarke Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ella G Clarke Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ella G Clarke Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ella G Clarke Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ella G Clarke Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ella G Clarke Elementary School?
96.9% of students at Ella G Clarke 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
- 3rd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 353
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.1%
- Phone
- (732) 905-3620
Resources & Links
District
Lakewood Township School District- District Enrollment
- 4,694
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $52,346
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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