Serving 208 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cliffside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cliffside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cliffside Elementary School's student population of 208 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cliffside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cliffside Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#910 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cliffside Elementary School's ranking?
Cliffside Elementary School is ranked #910 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cliffside Elementary School often compared to?
Cliffside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest City-dunbar Elementary School, Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Cliffside Elementary School?
208 students attend Cliffside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cliffside Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cliffside Elementary School?
Cliffside Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cliffside Elementary School offer ?
Cliffside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cliffside Elementary School part of?
Cliffside Elementary School is part of Rutherford County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/27/2021
This school is so fun, and they taught us a lot. I am in 9th grade and I am taking Honors Reading 1 and Honors Math 2. I am taking French 1. I loved going to Cliffside and I wish that I could go back!
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