Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Patrick Mcgaheran ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick Mcgaheran ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Patrick Mcgaheran's student population of 368 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Patrick Mcgaheran is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
13%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
71%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Patrick Mcgaheran often compared to?
Patrick Mcgaheranis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% NJ state average).
How many students attend Patrick Mcgaheran?
368 students attend Patrick Mcgaheran.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Patrick Mcgaheran students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patrick Mcgaheran?
Patrick Mcgaheran has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patrick Mcgaheran offer ?
Patrick Mcgaheran offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patrick Mcgaheran part of?
Patrick Mcgaheran is part of Clinton Township School District.
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