For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,025 students in Clifton, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Clifton, TX are Clifton Middle School, Clifton High 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 schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Clifton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clifton, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clifton Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1102 Key Ave
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1856
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1856
Gr: 6-8 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Clifton High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1101 N Ave Q
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1845
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1845
Gr: 9-12 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Clifton Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Key Ave
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1875
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1875
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Clifton, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
411 S Ave H
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1865
Clifton, TX 76634
(254) 675-1865
Gr: 3-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clifton, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Clifton, TX include Clifton Middle School, Clifton High School and Clifton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clifton?
3 public schools are located in Clifton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clifton?
Clifton public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Clifton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clifton include: Clifton Middle School vs. Clifton Elementary School, Clifton Elementary School vs. Clifton Middle School
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