CLIFTON HIGH SCHOOL

Clifton High School is a public high school that is part of the Clifton Public School District school district, located in CLIFTON, NJ with about 2,883 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 204 teachers, Clifton High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Clifton High School, located at 333 Colfax Avenue in Clifton, New Jersey, is one of the largest comprehensive public high schools in the state. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is known for its sprawling campus and its role as the centerpiece of the Clifton Public School District. Because of the city's significant population, the school maintains a diverse student body and a vast array of academic, extracurricular, and athletic programming designed to accommodate a wide range of interests and career paths.

Academically, the school offers a robust curriculum that includes honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, alongside vocational and technical opportunities to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. Outside of the classroom, Clifton High School is well-regarded for its competitive athletic programs—often referred to as the "Mustangs"—and a variety of student-led clubs, performing arts groups, and community service initiatives. The institution serves as a major hub for the Clifton community, fostering a tradition of school spirit and civic engagement that spans generations of local residents.

For more information, contact Clifton High School at (973) 470-2312 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

333 COLFAX AVENUE
CLIFTON, NJ 07013
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CLIFTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in CLIFTON, NJ with about 2,883 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
2,883
Teachers:
204.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,883 students

Hispanic/Latino
56.2%
White
31.9%
Asian
6.3%
Black or African American
5.0%
Two or more races
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.0%

Female
48.4%
Male
51.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.