Clifton High School is a public high school located in Clifton, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Clifton Independent School District located in southern Bosque County.
Serving 314 students in grades 9-12, Clifton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Clifton High School's student population of 314 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Clifton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clifton High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3786 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
58%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cubs/lady Cubs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifton High School's ranking?
Clifton High School is ranked #3786 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Clifton High School often compared to?
Clifton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meridian High School, Valley Mills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clifton High School?
The graduation rate of Clifton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clifton High School?
314 students attend Clifton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Clifton High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clifton High School?
Clifton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clifton High School offer ?
Clifton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clifton High School part of?
Clifton High School is part of Clifton Independent School District.
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