Serving 185 students in grades 5-8, Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey 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 New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton's student population of 185 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Motto
Classical Academy Charter School’s mission is to provide academic excellence for our diverse student body through traditional learning and modern-day initiatives to create a progressive learning environment.
School Rankings
Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton is 0.64, 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
#708 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton's ranking?
Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton is ranked #708 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton often compared to?
Classical Academy Charter School Of Cliftonis often viewed alongside schools like Christopher Columbus Middle 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 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton?
185 students attend Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 14% 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 Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton?
Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton offer ?
Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton part of?
Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton is part of Classical Academy Charter School Of Clifton School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
this school smells so bad and if a class room smells bad, the teacher will force you to sit in a nasty smelly room with musty children that don't put of perfume or deodorant.
5 10/10/2025
This school is a local gem in Clifton. When my child was graduating from 5th grade, I looked at public and private school options. I didn't want to pay expensive tuition, but I knew I wasn't going to send my child to a public school with 1400 students. Classical Academy was a great alternative because the students are high-performing, the student body is diverse, and it's a really small school. Very glad I made the choice - my child has had a good experience.
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