Serving 387 students in grades 2-5, Clifton Ave Grade 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 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifton Ave Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Clifton Ave Grade School's student population of 387 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clifton Ave Grade 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 Clifton Ave Grade School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1428 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
87%
32%
Black
8%
15%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifton Ave Grade School's ranking?
Clifton Ave Grade School is ranked #1428 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clifton Ave Grade School?
387 students attend Clifton Ave Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Clifton Ave Grade School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clifton Ave Grade School?
Clifton Ave Grade School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clifton Ave Grade School offer ?
Clifton Ave Grade School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Clifton Ave Grade School part of?
Clifton Ave Grade School is part of Lakewood Township School District.
School Reviews
5 7/4/2014
I love C.A.G.S now that im going to middle school IM going to miss everyone but my teacher most of all he is Mr.Sulkowski ! I his student sheyla
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