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#250 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 47% of private schools
Mesivta of Clifton
High School
338 DELAWANNA AVE, Clifton, NJ 07014
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 11th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#250 of 534
In Clifton
#1 of 6
public schools
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Mesivta of Clifton
High School in Clifton · grades 9th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mesivta of Clifton
Mesivta of Clifton is a private high school in Clifton, NJ. Mesivta of Clifton serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 9th-11th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesivta of Clifton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #250 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Mesivta of Clifton is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.6:1 students to teachers, Mesivta of Clifton sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mesivta of Clifton is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mesivta of Clifton compares to the 20 public schools in Clifton, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Clifton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mesivta of Clifton (this school) | 6.5 |
| School #8 | 3.2 |
| Clifton Early Learner Academies - Allwood | — |
| School #9 | 8.6 |
| Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton | 5.6 |
| School #13 | 6.6 |
| School #14 | 6.3 |
| School #15 | 6.9 |
| School #17 | 5.6 |
| Clifton High School | 3.6 |
| School #12 | 7.2 |
| School #3 | 6.8 |
| Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton | 3.8 |
| School #2 | 6.7 |
| School #16 | 8.8 |
| Christopher Columbus Middle School | 6.3 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School | 6.4 |
| School #1 | 6.5 |
| School #11 | 6.4 |
| School #4 | 7.4 |
| School #5 | 7.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
338 DELAWANNA AVE, Clifton, NJ 07014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesivta of Clifton may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Passaic), which scores notably higher. Another option is BAIS YAAKOV MACHON ORA (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Passaic), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Passaic Preparatory Academy (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Passaic), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Clifton, see our Clifton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School #8 Clifton | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| YESHIVA KTANA OF PASSAIC BOYS' Passaic | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Clifton Early Learner Academies - Allwood Clifton | 0.4 mi | — |
| THE MEADOW'S SCHOOL Clifton | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mario Drago School No. 3 Passaic | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE ACADEMY Nutley | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Yantacaw School Nutley | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| BAIS YAAKOV MACHON ORA Passaic | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| YBH OF PASSAIC-HILLEL Passaic | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Lincoln School Rutherford | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Passaic | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 Passaic | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| YESHIVA KTANA OF PASSAIC GIRLS Passaic | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Vincent Capuana School No. 15 Passaic | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Union School Rutherford | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Memorial School Lyndhurst | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MESIVTA OF NORTH JERSEY Passaic | 1.4 mi | — |
| Jefferson School Lyndhurst | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering Passaic | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Passaic Preparatory Academy Passaic | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,222
Median Home Value
$413,400
Median Rent
$1,912/mo
Population
4,867
College Educated
53.4%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
39
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BANYAN UPPER SCHOOL Little Falls, NJ | 6.5 |
| CRAIG SCHOOL, HIGH SCHOOL Montville, NJ | 6.5 |
| HOLMSTEAD SCHOOL Ridgewood, NJ | 6.5 |
| FOXMAN TORAH INSTITUTE Cherry Hill, NJ | 6.6 |
| Somerset Secondary Academy Bridgewater, NJ | 6.4 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF BAYONNE Bayonne, NJ | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesivta of Clifton
What grades does Mesivta of Clifton serve?
Mesivta of Clifton serves students in grades 9th through 11th.
How many students attend Mesivta of Clifton?
Mesivta of Clifton has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesivta of Clifton?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesivta of Clifton is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mesivta of Clifton rank in NJ?
Mesivta of Clifton ranks #250 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Mesivta of Clifton's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesivta of Clifton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mesivta of Clifton a private school?
Yes, Mesivta of Clifton is a private all-boys school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mesivta of Clifton a religious school?
Mesivta of Clifton has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 9.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 150 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 779-4800
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