Best Clifton Public High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 757 students in the neighborhood of Clifton, Staten Island, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in Clifton is Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Staten Island. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Clifton, Staten Island, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 59% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in the neighborhood of Clifton, Staten Island, NY (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Staten Island
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
101 Warren St
Staten Island, NY 10304
(718) 727-6201
Gr: 6-12 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Richard H Hungerford School
Special Education School
715 L Ocean Terrace
Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 273-8622
Gr: 6-12 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in the neighborhood of Clifton, Staten Island, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in the neighborhood of Clifton, Staten Island, NY include Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Staten Island.
How many public high schools are located in the neighborhood of Clifton, Staten Island?
2 public high schools are located in the neighborhood of Clifton, Staten Island.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Clifton, Staten Island?
the neighborhood of Clifton, Staten Island public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

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