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2 schools in Clifton

Illinois · Public K-12

Across 2 public schools, Clifton (Illinois) serves approximately 576 K-12 students across 1 middle and 1 high.

7-year change in Clifton

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
576
-79 (-12%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
88%
was 89%
% Hispanic
9%
was 7%
% Black
0%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Central High SchoolHigh09-12298
John L Nash Middle SchoolMiddle05-08278

About Clifton

Clifton, Illinois is home to 2 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 576 students. By school count, it is a compact city.

In terms of grade levels, the city consists of 1 middle, and 1 high.

Schools in Clifton average about 288 students each, 40% meaningfully below the Illinois norm.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Clifton has contracted 12% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 655 students to 576.

On this page, the community for Clifton discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Clifton, Illinois?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Clifton, with a combined enrollment of about 576.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Clifton?
Clifton has 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Clifton?
Central High School is the largest public school in Clifton by enrollment, with approximately 298 students.
What school districts serve Clifton?
Clifton public schools are operated by Central CUSD 4.
What grade levels do public schools in Clifton cover?
Public schools in Clifton serve students from grade 5 through grade 12.