Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, Clifton Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clifton Middle School's student population of 419 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clifton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clifton Middle School is 0.30, 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
#7509 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifton Middle School's ranking?
Clifton Middle School is ranked #7509 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Clifton Middle School often compared to?
Clifton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Clifton Middle School?
419 students attend Clifton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Clifton Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clifton Middle School?
Clifton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clifton Middle School offer ?
Clifton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clifton Middle School part of?
Clifton Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Clifton Middle School located?
Clifton Middle School is located in the Central Northwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Central Northwest.
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