Serving 478 students in grades 1-5, Clark Mills School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark Mills School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clark Mills School's student population of 478 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Clark Mills School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark Mills School is 0.36, 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
#198 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
n/a
15%
White
79%
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
7%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark Mills School's ranking?
Clark Mills School is ranked #198 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clark Mills School often compared to?
Clark Mills Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Mills School, Milford Brook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clark Mills School?
478 students attend Clark Mills School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Clark Mills School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clark Mills School?
Clark Mills School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clark Mills School offer ?
Clark Mills School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark Mills School part of?
Clark Mills School is part of Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Clark Mills School located?
Clark Mills School is located in the Yorketown neighborhood of Englishtown, NJ. There are 4 other public schools located in Yorketown.
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