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Cliffside Park High School

High School · Cliffside Park School District

64 Riverview Avenue, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010

Enrollment

1,283

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,994 of 2,466

In Cliffside Park

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Cliffside Park School District

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5.0/10

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About Cliffside Park High School

Cliffside Park High School is a public high school in Cliffside Park, NJ, part of Cliffside Park School District. Cliffside Park High School serves approximately 1,283 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cliffside Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,994 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Cliffside Park High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-21.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation10.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,837
Chronic Absenteeism11.8%

Cliffside Park High School — Students at Cliffside Park High School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
8%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
22.2%
ELA
45%
2025
Math
19.8%
ELA
41.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Cliffside Park High School Compares

See how Cliffside Park High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
19th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
27
13 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
95 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
10.4% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
13 boys'·14 girls'·47 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

64 Riverview Avenue, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cliffside Park High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School (rated 5.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Palisades Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ridgefield Memorial High School (rated 4.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cliffside Park, see our Cliffside Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CLIFFSIDE PARK Cliffside Park 0.2 mi
School #3 Cliffside Park 0.3 mi 7.7
School #4 Cliffside Park 0.4 mi 7.6
School #6/Middle School Cliffside Park 0.4 mi 7.2
Eleanor Van Gelder Edgewater 0.5 mi 6.7
Number Three School Fairview 0.5 mi 5.7
CHILDRENS HOME MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cliffside Park 0.7 mi
Bergen Boulevard School Ridgefield 0.7 mi 6.8
School #5 Cliffside Park 0.8 mi 7.0
Lincoln School Fairview 0.8 mi 6.3
Lincoln School Annex Fairview 0.8 mi 4.3
Ridgefield Memorial High School Ridgefield 1.0 mi 4.9
School No. 4 Fort Lee 1.2 mi 5.3
Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School Palisades Park 1.2 mi 5.0
Shaler Academy Ridgefield 1.1 mi 7.3
Slocum Skewes School Ridgefield 1.3 mi 6.7
RIVERSIDE CHURCH WEEKDAY SCHOOL New York 1.4 mi
BANK STREET SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York 1.5 mi 7.9
George Washington School Edgewater 1.7 mi 6.9
THE SCHOOL AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY New York 1.6 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,960

Median Home Value

$577,200

Median Rent

$1,783/mo

Population

25,580

College Educated

42.4%

Homeownership

49.8%

Avg Commute

34.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cliffside Park High School

What grades does Cliffside Park High School serve?

Cliffside Park High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Cliffside Park High School?

Cliffside Park High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,283 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cliffside Park High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cliffside Park High School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cliffside Park High School rank in NJ?

Cliffside Park High School ranks #1,994 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Cliffside Park High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cliffside Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cliffside Park High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cliffside Park High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cliffside Park High School a charter school?

No, Cliffside Park High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cliffside Park High School a Title I school?

No, Cliffside Park High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cliffside Park High School?

57.8% of students at Cliffside Park High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,283
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
95
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Cliffside Park School District
District Enrollment
3,164
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,837
District Rank
#5 of 5

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