Serving 565 students in grades 4-6, Clara Parker Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara Parker Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clara Parker Intermediate School's student population of 565 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Clara Parker Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara Parker Intermediate School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2075 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
81%
34%
Black
17%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara Parker Intermediate School's ranking?
Clara Parker Intermediate School is ranked #2075 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clara Parker Intermediate School often compared to?
Clara Parker Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ulysses S. Grant School, George Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clara Parker Intermediate School?
565 students attend Clara Parker Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Clara Parker Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clara Parker Intermediate School?
Clara Parker Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clara Parker Intermediate School offer ?
Clara Parker Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clara Parker Intermediate School part of?
Clara Parker Intermediate School is part of Trenton Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Clara Parker Intermediate School located?
Clara Parker Intermediate School is located in the North Trenton neighborhood of Trenton, NJ.
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