Clifton High School is a public high school located in Clifton, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Clifton Independent School District located in southern Bosque County.
Serving 311 students in grades 9-12, Clifton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Clifton High School's student population of 311 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Let's Be Great Together!
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Clifton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clifton High School is 0.55, 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
#3073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
38%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
56%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cubs/lady Cubs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifton High School's ranking?
Clifton High School is ranked #3073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Clifton High School often compared to?
Clifton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meridian High School, Valley Mills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clifton High School?
The graduation rate of Clifton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clifton High School?
311 students attend Clifton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Clifton High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clifton High School?
Clifton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clifton High School offer ?
Clifton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clifton High School part of?
Clifton High School is part of Clifton Independent School District.
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