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#138 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 6% in state

School #9

Elementary School · Clifton Public School District

25 BRIGHTON ROAD, Clifton, NJ 07012

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#138 of 2,466

In Clifton

#2 of 19

public schools

In district

#2 of 18

Clifton Public School District

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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School #9

8.6/10

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

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About School #9

School #9 is a public elementary school in Clifton, NJ, part of Clifton Public School District. School #9 serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. School #9 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #138 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for School #9 show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+18.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.7 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,586
Chronic Absenteeism8.3%

School #9 — Students at School #9 score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 63.0% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
61.5%
ELA
60%
2025
Math
66.3%
ELA
67.6%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How School #9 Compares

See how School #9 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
94th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.3%

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

25 BRIGHTON ROAD, Clifton, NJ 07012

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School #9 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spring Garden School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Nutley), with a comparable rating. Another option is Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Passaic), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Oak View Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clifton, see our Clifton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
LEARNING CTR-EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton 0.5 mi
TODAYS LEARNING CENTER Clifton 0.5 mi
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton 0.5 mi
Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton Clifton 0.6 mi 5.6
School #14 Clifton 0.8 mi 6.3
BAIS YAAKOV MACHON ORA Passaic 0.8 mi 6.9
School #13 Clifton 1.1 mi 6.6
Oak View Elementary School Bloomfield 0.9 mi 7.7
THE MEADOW'S SCHOOL Clifton 1.0 mi
Spring Garden School Nutley 1.3 mi 8.1
Clifton Early Learner Academies - Allwood Clifton 1.2 mi
CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton 1.1 mi 6.2
Vincent Capuana School No. 15 Passaic 1.2 mi 7.0
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 Passaic 1.2 mi 8.0
NEW HOPE SCHOOL Clifton 1.5 mi 6.3
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Bloomfield 1.4 mi 6.5
Yantacaw School Nutley 1.6 mi 6.4
Clifton High School Clifton 1.7 mi 3.6
YESHIVA KTANA OF PASSAIC BOYS' Passaic 1.3 mi 3.9
RAINBOW MONTESSORI INC Bloomfield 1.4 mi

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School #9

What grades does School #9 serve?

School #9 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend School #9?

School #9 has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School #9?

The student-teacher ratio at School #9 is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School #9 rank in NJ?

School #9 ranks #138 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is School #9's MySchoolScout rating?

School #9 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 #9?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School #9 has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is School #9 a charter school?

No, School #9 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School #9 a Title I school?

No, School #9 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School #9?

34.9% of students at School #9 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
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.3%

District

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

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