Excellent
#165 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 7% in state
Briarcliff Middle School
Middle School · Mountain Lakes Public School District
93 Briarcliff Rd., Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mountain Lakes
#2 of 3
public schools
New Jersey middle schools
#22 of 441
In district
#2 of 4
Mountain Lakes Public School District
School environment
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Briarcliff Middle School
Briarcliff Middle School is a public middle school in Mountain Lakes, NJ, part of the Mountain Lakes Public School District. The school serves approximately 257 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93.3th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 79% proficiency in math, 45 points above the state average and 89% in reading/language arts, 35 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $250,001, where 84% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, Briarcliff Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Briarcliff Middle School — Students at Briarcliff Middle School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 11 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Briarcliff Middle School Compares
See how Briarcliff Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 80% (2019) to 68% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 94% (2019) to 84% (2022).
Location
93 Briarcliff Rd., Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Briarcliff Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. John Hill School (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Boonton), with a comparable rating. Another option is Valleyview Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Denville), a more accessible option. Additionally, Central Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Parsippany), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mountain Lakes, see our Mountain Lakes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wildwood Elementary School Mountain Lakes | 0.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Mountain Lakes High School Mountain Lakes | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired Mountain Lakes | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Intervale Elementary School Boonton | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| THE CRAIG SCHOOL Mountain Lakes | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| School Street School Boonton | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Boonton | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| SEDES SAPEINTIAE SCHOOL INC Boonton | 1.5 mi | — |
| ALPHABETLAND Boonton | 1.4 mi | — |
| Eastlake Elementary School Parsippany | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Boonton High School Boonton | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| John Hill School Boonton | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Lake Parsippany Elementary School Parsippany | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Rockaway Valley School Boonton Township | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Valleyview Middle School Denville | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ST ELIZABETH NURSERY & MONTESSORI SCHOOL Parsippany | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Central Middle School Parsippany | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Parsippany | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Northvail Elementary School Parsippany | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Brooklawn Middle School Parsippany | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$915,100
Median Rent
$2,941/mo
Population
4,535
College Educated
84.4%
Homeownership
97.1%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Median Age
43.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Briarcliff Middle School has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 84% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $915,100, with a median rent of $2,941/month. The local poverty rate of 1.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alfred S. Faust Middle School East Rutherford, NJ | 8.6 |
| Frank Antonides School West Long Branch, NJ | 8.4 |
| Holdrum Middle School River Vale, NJ | 8.4 |
| Maple Place Middle School Oceanport, NJ | 8.4 |
| Union Township Middle School Hampton, NJ | 8.6 |
| Woodcliff Middle School Woodcliff Lake, NJ | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Briarcliff Middle School
What grades does Briarcliff Middle School serve?
Briarcliff Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Briarcliff Middle School?
Briarcliff Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Briarcliff Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Briarcliff Middle School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Briarcliff Middle School rank in NJ?
Briarcliff Middle School is ranked #165 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Briarcliff Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Briarcliff Middle School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Briarcliff Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Briarcliff Middle School has 79.3% math proficiency and 89.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Briarcliff Middle School a charter school?
No, Briarcliff Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Briarcliff Middle School a Title I school?
No, Briarcliff Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Briarcliff Middle School?
1.2% of students at Briarcliff Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 334-0342
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Mountain Lakes Public School District- District Enrollment
- 1,249
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,223
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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