Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton

I just graduated from CACS like 2 months ago. And i transfered their from Christopher Columbus Middle School in the 7th grade. Even though i hated this school going their every day i have to admit that it a lot. The transfer was hard because it was a big difference between these schools at CCMS i didnt do any work but obtained As' and Bs' but at CACS even though i did work my grades were not all As' and Bs' surprisingly i did very well on the NJ ASK and i passed the Algebra one test. Along with this i got Honors classes for Biology and Algebra 2. I know its going to be a lot of work but CACS prepared me for it.For the parents if your child does not like to work and likes to fool around dont send them to CACS because they are gonna have so much trouble and if they dont do their work their grades will be very bad. But if u know your child works hard this is the perfect school to send them to.

Classical Academy has done wonders for my child. He is constantly challenged with class work as well as homework. The level of education is higher than the current grade level. The teachers and the Principal are very professional and very qualified. My son was hungry for challenging education and he got it at Classical Academy. What I've found excititng is teacher comments and remarks on every sentence of his homework or tests, which all public schools lack..."Teacher involvement". I recommend this school to all parents.
--Submitted by a parent

In the City of Clifton, Classical Academy has managed to achieve the "Blue Ribbon" award for obtaining an excellent rate in the number of students proficient in the NJASK state assessment tests. Classical Academy does practice regularly and throughout the year to prepare the children for this exam (unlike public school that does not prepare until the spring week of the exams) this hard effort seems to be paying off. Some of the more stimulating classes include Latin, Literature, Algebra, Middle school math, science and English. This school emphasis academics and will help discipline your child for honors courses in High School. This school is a place for serious learners.
--Submitted by a parent

Not all students are classical academy material. The "self driven child" is ideal in this school and can easily succeed with the encouragement of teachers, parents and peers. This school molds the students into future leaders. Entrance to this school is based on a lottery system mandated by all state of NJ Charter schools. However I leave it up to the parent to determine whether or not their child has what it takes to accomplish the intense curriculum this excellent school provides. I end my remarks by commenting that in order to achieve the blue ribbon status real school tactics like serious studying...class work...homework...Old fashioned discipline, respect and obedience ...reviewing both at home and in school must be fulfilled. Also a school can be successful without the tremendous cost of per student spending as seen here. The magic is within the individual will of the child, parent and school as a team.
--Submitted by a parent

I agree with the previous reviewer. I pulled my child out and sent it to a private school. When you are at Classical, they embed in you that the education level is great. I found out when I moved to St. Clare's that the level at Classical is not what they tell you. My daughter is now receiving TRUE great education and not one just based on getting As on standardized tests.
--Submitted by a parent

This used to be a good school but it has gone downhill in the last two years, and that is why I've left. They started to get very troubled students. Academics have taken a dive too. I can't recommend it any longer... Sorry!
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter attended this school and it was a great experience. Because of their great academics program she is now in a private High School with all Honors classes.
--Submitted by a parent

it is a very good school with great teachers . my child is learning so much a t a fast rate. i love this school.
--Submitted by a parent

I was a student at CACS during the time period of 2001-2004 and I personally believe that those were the best 3 years I've had in my life. I enjoyed the school very much, all of the staff were great and caring. I had a close bond with all my teachers and they helped me graduate from 8th grade. If I could I would go back to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade to relive all the great times I had. All you have to do is work hard in this school and trust me, you'll have the greatest time in school...that you wouldn't ever want to be absent, not even one day. Eventually, all the students in the school grow as a family by 8th grade, so if you're attending this school right now...be glad because coming to this school was one of the smartest decisions I've ever made in my;life.
--Submitted by KH, a former student

The principal and teacher are also available to answer any question or take care of any situation. The class have between 12 - 15 students. This helps the student receive equal attention for any help they may need.
--Submitted by a parent