Serving 1,192 students in grades 9-12, Cliffside Park High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cliffside Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cliffside Park High School's student population of 1,192 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cliffside Park High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cliffside Park High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1158 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
71%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
24%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cliffside Park High School's ranking?
Cliffside Park High School is ranked #1158 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Cliffside Park High School often compared to?
Cliffside Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Lee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cliffside Park High School?
The graduation rate of Cliffside Park High School is 92%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cliffside Park High School?
1,192 students attend Cliffside Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Cliffside Park High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cliffside Park High School?
Cliffside Park High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cliffside Park High School offer ?
Cliffside Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cliffside Park High School part of?
Cliffside Park High School is part of Cliffside Park School District.
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