Serving 1,092 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 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). 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 9:1 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 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,092 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Christopher Columbus Middle School serves the southeast part of Clifton, NJ, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 2.2-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christopher Columbus Middle School's student population of 1,092 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,092 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Christopher Columbus Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christopher Columbus Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1738 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christopher Columbus Middle School's ranking?
Christopher Columbus Middle School is ranked #1738 out of 2,184 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, Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
1,092 students attend Christopher Columbus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Christopher Columbus Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% 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 9:1, 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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