Needs Improvement
#8249 of 8,552 schools in TX
Clifton Middle
Middle School · HOUSTON ISD
6001 GOLDEN FOREST DR, Houston, TX 77092
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,249 of 8,552
In Houston
#693 of 723
public schools
In district
#264 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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About Clifton Middle
Clifton Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Clifton Middle serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Clifton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,249 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Clifton Middle show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Clifton Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Clifton Middle — Students at Clifton Middle score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 1.5/10.
How Clifton Middle Compares
See how Clifton Middle 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
6001 GOLDEN FOREST DR, Houston, TX 77092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clifton Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP NEXUS MIDDLE (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LANDRUM MIDDLE (rated 4.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOFFMAN MIDDLE (rated 3.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YES PREP - WHITE OAK Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF NORTHWEST HOUSTON Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| SCARBOROUGH H S Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| BENBROOK EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS MANGUM EL CAMPUS Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| HOFFMAN MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| WAINWRIGHT EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ENDEAVOR-HOUSTON Houston | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| KIPP NEXUS PRI Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| KIPP NEXUS MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLBROOK EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| THE PANDA PATH SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| VICTORY EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SHADY ACRES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| THE LION LANE SCHOOL Houston | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| LANDRUM MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,741
Median Home Value
$222,800
Median Rent
$1,228/mo
Population
36,185
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clifton Middle
What grades does Clifton Middle serve?
Clifton Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Clifton Middle?
Clifton Middle has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clifton Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Clifton Middle is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clifton Middle rank in TX?
Clifton Middle ranks #8,249 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Clifton Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Clifton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Clifton Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clifton Middle has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Clifton Middle a charter school?
No, Clifton Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clifton Middle a Title I school?
No, Clifton Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clifton Middle?
97.6% of students at Clifton Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (713) 613-2516
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #264 of 272
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