Serving 634 students in grades 6-8, Clifton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clifton Middle School's student population of 634 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
634 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Every Student Matters.
School Rankings
Clifton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clifton Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2181 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Monrovia Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifton Middle School's ranking?
Clifton Middle School is ranked #2181 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Clifton Middle School often compared to?
Clifton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet, First Avenue Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Clifton Middle School?
634 students attend Clifton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Clifton Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clifton Middle School?
Clifton Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Monrovia Unified School District.
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