SCHOOL #11

School #11 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clifton Public School District school district, located in CLIFTON, NJ with about 447 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, School #11 has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

School #11, located at 147 Merselis Avenue in Clifton, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in the Clifton Public School District. As a neighborhood-based institution, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education for children in the surrounding community, focusing on academic development, social-emotional learning, and the cultivation of essential basic skills in a supportive environment.

The school operates as part of a district known for its diverse student body and commitment to inclusive education. Like other schools in the Clifton district, School #11 typically emphasizes a balanced curriculum that aligns with New Jersey Student Learning Standards, aiming to prepare students for middle school through literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies instruction. Families in the area generally view the school as a central community hub that fosters parent-teacher collaboration and student engagement through various extracurricular activities and academic support programs.

For more information, contact School #11 at (973) 470-2401 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.