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Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton

School · Clifton Public School District

290 Brighton Road, Clifton, NJ 07701

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 18 schools in Clifton. Learn more

Enrollment

271

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,684 of 2,466

In Clifton

#15 of 19

public schools

In district

#15 of 18

Clifton Public School District

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton

5.6/10

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About Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton

Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton is a public school in Clifton, NJ, part of Clifton Public School District. Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,684 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NJ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.4Average29%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 18 schools in Clifton
College Readiness3.0Needs Improvement43%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,586
Chronic Absenteeism0.4%

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton Compares

See how Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.4%

Location

290 Brighton Road, Clifton, NJ 07701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton may also want to explore other schools in the area. School #9 (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Passaic), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak View Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clifton, see our Clifton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton 0.1 mi
LEARNING CTR-EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton 0.2 mi
TODAYS LEARNING CENTER Clifton 0.2 mi
School #13 Clifton 0.5 mi 6.6
School #9 Clifton 0.6 mi 8.6
School #14 Clifton 0.5 mi 6.3
BAIS YAAKOV MACHON ORA Passaic 0.7 mi 6.9
NEW HOPE SCHOOL Clifton 1.0 mi 6.3
Clifton High School Clifton 1.1 mi 3.6
Vincent Capuana School No. 15 Passaic 0.9 mi 7.0
School #15 Clifton 1.1 mi 6.9
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 Passaic 1.0 mi 8.0
School #3 Clifton 1.5 mi 6.8
School #2 Clifton 1.4 mi 6.7
THE MEADOW'S SCHOOL Clifton 1.5 mi
YBH OF PASSAIC-HILLEL Passaic 1.2 mi 4.8
CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton 1.2 mi 6.2
Oak View Elementary School Bloomfield 1.4 mi 7.7
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Passaic 1.2 mi 6.8
William B. Cruise Memorial School No. 11 Passaic 1.3 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,630

Median Home Value

$551,500

Median Rent

$1,971/mo

Population

24,544

College Educated

52.8%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

43.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton

What grades does Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton serve?

Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton?

Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton?

The student-teacher ratio at Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton rank in NJ?

Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton ranks #1,684 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton's MySchoolScout rating?

Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton a charter school?

No, Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton a Title I school?

No, Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton?

59.0% of students at Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.4%

District

Clifton Public School District
District Enrollment
11,010
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,586
District Rank
#15 of 18

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