Clifton High School vs Union City High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clifton High School
Clifton · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,150 students
Union City High School
Union City · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,147 students
| Measure | Clifton High School Clifton, New Jersey | Union City High School Union City, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #264 of 357 | #252 of 357 |
| National rank | #12256 of 16,910 | #11538 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 3,150 | 3,147 |
| Enrollment | 3,150 | 3,147 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.9% | 73.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 26% |
| city | Clifton | Union City |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Union City High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 34.7).
- •Clifton High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 26%).
- •Union City High School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 41%).
- •Clifton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.9% vs 73.2%).
- •Clifton High School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 17.4).
- •Clifton High School is the larger school with 3,150 students compared with 3,147.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Clifton High School better than Union City High School?
On the Success Index (US), Union City High School ranks higher (37.7 vs 34.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Clifton High School and Union City High School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Clifton and Union City in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clifton High School: 3,150. Union City High School: 3,147. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clifton High School and Union City High School rank in New Jersey?
Clifton High School is 264th of 357 and Union City High School is 252nd of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).