Serving 341 students in grades 3-5, Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary 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 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School's student population of 341 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary 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 Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1835 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
30%
34%
Black
10%
15%
White
55%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School is ranked #1835 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School?
341 students attend Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School?
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School offer ?
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School part of?
Dr. J.p. Cleary Elementary School is part of Buena Regional School District.
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