SCHOOL #16

School #16 is a public elementary school that is part of the Clifton Public School District school district, located in CLIFTON, NJ with about 232 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 18 teachers, School #16 has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 #16, located at 755 Grove Street in Clifton, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in the Clifton Public School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational academic experience for children in the surrounding community, typically spanning kindergarten through the elementary grade levels. The facility serves as a local hub for early childhood development, emphasizing core curriculum subjects like mathematics, literacy, and social studies in a structured classroom environment.

In addition to its academic programs, School #16 plays an active role in the Clifton community by fostering a supportive social environment for its students. Like many schools in the district, it focuses on building character and promoting civic responsibility alongside traditional learning. The school operates with the goal of preparing students for the transition to middle school, utilizing local resources and district-wide initiatives to meet the diverse educational needs of its student population.

For more information, contact School #16 at (973) 470-2420 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.