For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 711 students in Clifton, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Clifton, TX are Clifton Middle School and Clifton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clifton, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clifton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clifton, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clifton Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1102 Key Ave
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1856
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1856
Grades: 6-8
| 234 students
Rank: #22.
Clifton Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Key Ave
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1875
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1875
Grades: PK-5
| 477 students
Clifton, Texas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
411 S Ave H
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1865
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1865
Grades: 3-5
| 262 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Clifton, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Clifton, TX include Clifton Middle School and Clifton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clifton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Clifton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clifton?
Clifton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Clifton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Clifton include: Clifton Middle School vs. Clifton Elementary School, Clifton Elementary School vs. Clifton Middle School
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