What types of schools are available in Clifton, New Jersey?

Clifton, New Jersey offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Clifton, New Jersey

Q: How many schools are in Clifton, New Jersey?

There are 20 schools in Clifton, New Jersey, serving 10,701 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Clifton?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Clifton, New Jersey, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 20 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

10,701

Total Students

Across Clifton

10.5:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

20 schools found

Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton

charter schoolmiddleGrade 5-8

1255 Main Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011

755 Grove Street, Clifton, NJ 07013

25 Brighton Road, Clifton, NJ 07012

158 Park Slope, Clifton, NJ 07011

1270 Van Houten Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013

365 Washington Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011

136 Valley Road, Clifton, NJ 07013

99 St Andrews Boulevard, Clifton, NJ 07012

782 Van Houten Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013

41 Oak Street, Clifton, NJ 07014

Woodrow Wilson Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1400 Van Houten Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013

700 Gregory Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011

147 Merselis Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011

165 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011

361 Lexington Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011

Christopher Columbus Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

350 Piaget Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011

194 West Second Street, Clifton, NJ 07011

333 Colfax Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013

Clifton Early Learner Academies - Allwood

publicelementaryPK-PK

39 Allwood Road, Clifton, NJ 07012

Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton

publicelementaryPK-PK

290 Brighton Road, Clifton, NJ 07012

Detailed Overview of Schools in Clifton

Clifton, New Jersey is home to 20 schools serving over 10,701 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

School Insights

Metrics for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency

Math36%

ELA41%

Students meeting state proficiency standards

Class Size Distribution

Small (<15:1)18

Moderate (15-20:1)1

Large (>20:1)0

Smaller classes allow more individual attention

Highlights

0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
3,150 students at Clifton High School
Best ratio: 7:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Clifton, New Jersey?

There are 20 schools in Clifton, serving 10,701 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Clifton?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Clifton include schools with ratings of 5.5 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Clifton?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Clifton is 10.5:1.

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