Serving 605 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 43% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). 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 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 605 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
Minority Enrollment: 28%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50% in NJ
Math Proficiency
: 43% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 64% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 14% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Clifton T. Barkalow School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clifton T. Barkalow School is 0.46, 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.
Clifton T. Barkalow School is ranked #722 out of 2,201 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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?
605 students attend Clifton T. Barkalow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Clifton T. Barkalow School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% 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 Clifton T. Barkalow School?
Clifton T. Barkalow School has a student ration of 9:1, 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
What school district is Clifton T. Barkalow School part of?
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 605 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
Minority Enrollment: 28%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 43% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 64% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 14% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Related School News
Also great live versions in “Guitar Circus” tour shows. Show Me The Way It’s the song that made Frampton the talk ...
