Summary:
Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton is a public charter middle school serving 163 students in grades 6-8 in Clifton, New Jersey. The school has a diverse student population, with a majority Hispanic (54.6%) and significant populations of White (23.31%), Asian (17.18%), and African American (2.45%) students.
Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton has consistently ranked among the top middle schools in New Jersey, with a statewide ranking as high as 6th out of 717 schools in 2013-2014. The school's performance on state assessments is also impressive, with students outperforming the state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics across multiple grade levels. The school's performance is particularly strong for certain student subgroups, such as ranking 171st out of 718 New Jersey middle schools for male students and 32nd out of 512 for white students. Additionally, the school has maintained relatively low chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 0.9% to 17.2%, which is significantly lower than the state average. At $9,165 per student in 2018-2019, Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton's spending is lower than the nearby Lodi School District, Paterson Public School District, Clifton Public School District, Elmwood Park School District, Passaic City School District, and Garfield Public School District, suggesting efficient resource allocation.
While Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton's overall performance is impressive, there are some disparities in the performance of different student subgroups. For example, the school's ranking for female students is lower than for male students, and the ranking for white students is higher than for Hispanic and Asian students. This indicates the need to closely monitor and address any achievement gaps among different student populations. Additionally, the school's relatively low percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients (23.31% in 2022-2023) compared to nearby schools suggests that the school may be serving a more affluent student population, which could be a contributing factor to the school's strong academic performance. Overall, Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton is a high-performing middle school that has consistently demonstrated strong academic outcomes and efficient resource utilization, but it is important to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students.
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