Serving 1,146 students in grades 6-8, Christopher Columbus Middle 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 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christopher Columbus Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Christopher Columbus Middle School's student population of 1,146 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
School Rankings
Christopher Columbus Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christopher Columbus Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1690 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
72%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
19%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christopher Columbus Middle School's ranking?
Christopher Columbus Middle School is ranked #1690 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Christopher Columbus Middle School often compared to?
Christopher Columbus Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodrow Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Christopher Columbus Middle School?
1,146 students attend Christopher Columbus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Christopher Columbus Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christopher Columbus Middle School?
Christopher Columbus Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Christopher Columbus Middle School offer ?
Christopher Columbus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christopher Columbus Middle School part of?
Christopher Columbus Middle School is part of Clifton Public School District.
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