Very Good
#768 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 31% in state
School #12
Elementary School · Clifton Public School District
165 CLIFTON AVENUE, Clifton, NJ 07011
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#768 of 2,466
In Clifton
#5 of 19
public schools
In district
#5 of 18
Clifton Public School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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School #12
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About School #12
School #12 is a public elementary school in Clifton, NJ, part of Clifton Public School District. School #12 serves approximately 555 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. School #12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #768 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for School #12 show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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School #12 — Students at School #12 score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.2/10.
How School #12 Compares
See how School #12 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
165 CLIFTON AVENUE, Clifton, NJ 07011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School #12 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Irving School #4 (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Garfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Theodore Roosevelt School No. 10 (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Passaic), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Passaic), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Clifton, see our Clifton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School #17 Clifton | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI - CLIFTON Clifton | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 Passaic | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ST NICHOLAS UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Passaic | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| NJEDDA HIGH SCHOOL Clifton | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 Passaic | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Hope Academy Passaic | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| BRIGHT START ACADEMY Clifton | 0.5 mi | — |
| School #11 Clifton | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton Clifton | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Theodore Roosevelt School No. 10 Passaic | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Washington Irving School #4 Garfield | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Mahatma Gandhi School Number 25 Passaic | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 Passaic | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Abraham Lincoln School Number 24 Passaic | 0.8 mi | — |
| Muhammad Ali School Number 23 Passaic | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6 Passaic | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Sonia Sotomayor School #21 Passaic | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| William B. Cruise Memorial School No. 11 Passaic | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 Passaic | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,589
Median Home Value
$403,200
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
38,817
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
45.2%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aldrich Elementary School Howell, NJ | 7.2 |
| Carlstadt Public School Carlstadt, NJ | 7.2 |
| Eastampton Township Community School Eastampton, NJ | 7.2 |
| Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School Perth Amboy, NJ | 7.2 |
| Honiss Elementary\Middle School Dumont, NJ | 7.2 |
| James J. Flynn Elementary School Perth Amboy, NJ | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School #12
What grades does School #12 serve?
School #12 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend School #12?
School #12 has an enrollment of approximately 555 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School #12?
The student-teacher ratio at School #12 is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School #12 rank in NJ?
School #12 ranks #768 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is School #12's MySchoolScout rating?
School #12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 School #12?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School #12 has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is School #12 a charter school?
No, School #12 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School #12 a Title I school?
No, School #12 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School #12?
83.8% of students at School #12 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 555
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (973) 470-2404
Resources & Links
District
Clifton Public School District- District Enrollment
- 11,010
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,586
- District Rank
- #5 of 18
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