Serving 574 students in grades 6-8, Clifton T. Barkalow School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clifton T. Barkalow School serves the southwest part of Freehold, NJ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 26.1 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-12 minutes and the furthest edge located 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clifton T. Barkalow School's student population of 574 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clifton T. Barkalow School 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 Clifton T. Barkalow School is 0.43, 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
#688 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
13%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
74%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifton T. Barkalow School's ranking?
Clifton T. Barkalow School is ranked #688 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Clifton T. Barkalow School often compared to?
Clifton T. Barkalow Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dwight D. Eisenhower School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Clifton T. Barkalow School?
574 students attend Clifton T. Barkalow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Clifton T. Barkalow School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clifton T. Barkalow School?
Clifton T. Barkalow School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clifton T. Barkalow School offer ?
Clifton T. Barkalow School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clifton T. Barkalow School part of?
Clifton T. Barkalow School is part of Freehold Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Clifton T. Barkalow School located?
Clifton T. Barkalow School is located in the West Freehold neighborhood of Freehold, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in West Freehold.
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