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Overall Niche Grade
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Academics
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Diversity
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Teachers
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College Prep
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Clubs & Activities
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Administration
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Sports
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Food
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Resources & Facilities
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Clifton High School is an above average, public school located in CLIFTON, NJ. It has 3,059 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 15% of students are at least proficient in math and 29% in reading.
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About
About Clifton High School...
- AP Offered
- Gifted Prog. Offered
- High School
- School District
- Clifton Public School District
- New Jersey
- Clifton
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state reading/language arts assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
29%
Percent Proficient - Math
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state math assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
15%
Average Graduation Rate
This is the percentage of 12th graders who graduated. Because states calculate graduation rates differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
84%
Average SAT
Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school.
1170
456
responses
Average ACT
Average ACT composite score out of 36, as reported by Niche users from this school.
AP Enrollment
7%
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New York University
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New Jersey Institute of Technology
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William Paterson University of New Jersey
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Kean University
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Living in the Area
Clifton
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Overall Niche Grade
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Cost of Living
gradeC
Good for Families
gradeB+
Housing
gradeC
Median Household Income
$94,179
National
$75,149
Median Rent
$1,633
National
$1,268
Median Home Value
$428,000
National
$281,900
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Culture & Safety
Poll
72%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.50 responses
Poll
74%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.50 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on
151 responses
Plays, concerts, games
26%
CAST Film Festival
19%
Pep rally
15%
Homecoming
7%
Prom Fashion Show
7%
Varsity indoor/outdoor track
6%
Project Unify
5%
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Students
Diversity
gradeA
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
3,059
Free or Reduced Lunch
62%
67%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.61 responses
75%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.61 responses
79%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.61 responses
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
Student-Teacher Ratio may not be indicative of class size. It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers.
14:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
Average salary for all teachers within the district.
$71,218
Teachers in First/Second Year
3.4%
59%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.69 responses
57%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.69 responses
59%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.69 responses
Clubs & Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$17,262/ year
National
$12,239
82%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.85 responses
46%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.85 responses
62%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.85 responses
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Clifton High School Reviews
Rating 3.48 out of 5 543 reviews
Rating 3 out of 5
It was a fantastic experience. I am a timid and quiet person. However, after coming to Clifton High School, I was able to talk and I was even able to make great friends. Studrnt at Clifton High School are friendly and are welcoming to everyone. This was my best experience throughout my high school years. On the other hand, the worst part was the school size. The school is too petite for about 3,000 students. While going from one class to other it very crowded that students aren't able to reach class on time. Still, I have a delightful time at Clifton High School.
- Senior
- 26 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
Clifton High School is a good place to complete your high school education. Although the building itself is very large and sometimes complicated to navigate through, there is an endless amount of classes that a student can take. Almost every class has an AP or Honors curriculum, and students can get creative in the amount of art, theatre, and music classes. There are also several clubs within the school. You name it, they probably have it! Drama Club, Mock Trial, Art Club, Choir, and Band are just a few of the amazing extracurriculars that they have to offer. The lunchroom is also quite nice. There are lots of delicious and healthy food options, and the variety never keeps you bored when choosing something to eat. However, the student support could be improved. There are often fights within the school, and the counselors/staff do not do enough in order to end the behavior. They give detentions when that in fact does not solve the problem. The school should help rather than punish.
- Senior
- 9 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
My overall experience throughout my 4 years of being in high school was pretty good. Disregarding freshman year also known as Covid year. The best part was creating great memories with even greater people throughout these years. The worst part you may already know was freshman year due to Covid.
- Senior
- 3 months ago
