Clifton Public School District
School District · Clifton, New Jersey
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
19
14 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,586
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
19
14 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,586
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#299 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$22,586
$3,023 vs New Jersey median
District size
11,010 students
Much larger than New Jersey median
About Clifton Public School District
Clifton Public School District is a Clifton, New Jersey school district serving 19 schools. The district educates 11,010 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. The district invests $22,586 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.7/10, Clifton Public School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is School #1, which has a composite score of 7.1/10.
In standardized testing, Clifton Public School District students show an average math proficiency of 37.5% and ELA proficiency of 40.7%.
The district includes 14 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Clifton Public School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Clifton Public School District with test data.
Schools in Clifton Public School District
19 schools Elementary Schools 14
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- Clifton
- Total Enrollment
- 11,010
- Teachers (FTE)
- 906
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Clifton Public School District?
Clifton Public School District has 19 schools in total — 14 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Clifton Public School District?
The average composite rating for Clifton Public School District is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Clifton Public School District?
Clifton Public School District spends $22,586 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clifton Public School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Clifton Public School District is 12.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Clifton Public School District?
School #1 is the highest-rated school in Clifton Public School District with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What are the test scores in Clifton Public School District?
Across schools in Clifton Public School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 37.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 40.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Clifton Public School District compare to other districts in New Jersey?
Clifton Public School District has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 19 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 37.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 40.7%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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