Serving 263 students in grades 6-8, Briarcliff Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Briarcliff Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Mountain Lakes, NJ, encompassing approximately 2.9 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1 mile to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarcliff Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Briarcliff Middle School's student population of 263 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Briarcliff Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarcliff Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
38%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarcliff Middle School's ranking?
Briarcliff Middle School is ranked #61 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Briarcliff Middle School often compared to?
Briarcliff Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mendham Township Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Briarcliff Middle School?
263 students attend Briarcliff Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Briarcliff Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briarcliff Middle School?
Briarcliff Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Briarcliff Middle School offer ?
Briarcliff Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Briarcliff Middle School part of?
Briarcliff Middle School is part of Mountain Lakes Public School District.
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