Clifton-fine Elementary School

Clifton-Fine Elementary School is a charming rural school located in Star Lake, New York. Situated at 11 Hall Avenue, the school serves students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, offering a warm and nurturing environment for young learners. With an enrollment of 139 students and a student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1, Clifton-Fine provides individualized attention to each child's needs.

The dedicated faculty, consisting of 12 full-time equivalent teachers, focuses on fostering a strong foundation in core subjects while also encouraging creativity and personal growth. While the school’s academic performance is currently at the 39th percentile statewide, with room for improvement in ELA/Reading (51% proficiency) and Math (34% proficiency), the dedicated staff continues to work tirelessly to enhance student achievement. Clifton-Fine Elementary School is nestled in a remote rural setting, surrounded by natural beauty that offers unique opportunities for outdoor learning and community engagement.

The school's small-town atmosphere creates a tight-knit community where students feel supported and valued as they grow and learn.

With an enrollment of 139 students, Clifton-fine Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Clifton-fine Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.