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School #14

Elementary School · Clifton Public School District

99 ST ANDREWS BOULEVARD, Clifton, NJ 07012

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,300 of 2,466

In Clifton

#14 of 19

public schools

In district

#14 of 18

Clifton Public School District

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School #14

6.3/10

Elementary School in Clifton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton

5.6/10

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About School #14

School #14 is a public elementary school in Clifton, NJ, part of Clifton Public School District. School #14 serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. School #14 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,300 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for School #14 show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,586
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

School #14 — Students at School #14 score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
72%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
42.2%
ELA
40.4%
2025
Math
40.5%
ELA
44.4%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How School #14 Compares

See how School #14 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

99 ST ANDREWS BOULEVARD, Clifton, NJ 07012

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School #14 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School #16 (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is School #9 (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak View Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clifton, see our Clifton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton Clifton 0.5 mi 5.6
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton 0.6 mi
LEARNING CTR-EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton 0.6 mi
TODAYS LEARNING CENTER Clifton 0.6 mi
School #9 Clifton 0.8 mi 8.6
School #13 Clifton 0.7 mi 6.6
Clifton High School Clifton 1.0 mi 3.6
CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton 0.8 mi 6.2
NEW HOPE SCHOOL Clifton 0.9 mi 6.3
School #2 Clifton 1.1 mi 6.7
Oak View Elementary School Bloomfield 1.3 mi 7.7
Woodrow Wilson Middle School Clifton 1.3 mi 6.4
School #3 Clifton 1.4 mi 6.8
BAIS YAAKOV MACHON ORA Passaic 1.2 mi 6.9
School #16 Clifton 1.2 mi 8.8
School #15 Clifton 1.3 mi 6.9
RAINBOW MONTESSORI INC Bloomfield 1.7 mi
Vincent Capuana School No. 15 Passaic 1.4 mi 7.0
THE MAGICAL PALACE OF KNOWLEDGE Clifton 1.6 mi
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Bloomfield 1.8 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,341

Median Home Value

$459,300

Median Rent

$1,695/mo

Population

15,153

College Educated

43.8%

Homeownership

55.2%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

38.4

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Atlantic Community Charter School Galloway, NJ 6.3
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Central School Haddonfield, NJ 6.3
Fernbrook School Randolph, NJ 6.3
Hawthorne Park Elementary School Willingboro, NJ 6.3
Langtree Elementary School Hamilton, NJ 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School #14

What grades does School #14 serve?

School #14 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend School #14?

School #14 has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School #14?

The student-teacher ratio at School #14 is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School #14 rank in NJ?

School #14 ranks #1,300 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is School #14's MySchoolScout rating?

School #14 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 #14?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School #14 has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is School #14 a charter school?

No, School #14 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School #14 a Title I school?

No, School #14 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School #14?

56.8% of students at School #14 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
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

District

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

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