Top Rated Schools in This State

These are some of the top-rated public schools in New Jersey based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.

College Success Award

These are some of the best public high schools in New Jersey at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.

Academic Summary

Are the schools in New Jersey offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
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Student Demographics

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Largest School Districts in New Jersey

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Reviews From Schools in New Jersey

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Current student
January 21, 2025
This school is overall a very nice school in teaching wise and building wise. But the children in this school do not feel safe at all. One child said they where going to "shoot down the school, so... More
Review for Central Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
January 21, 2025
Central is a great school loaded with lots of great teachers. The teachers really reinforce the material well, understanding that homework isn’t the only way to do that. It is a small school, meaning... More
Review for Central Middle School
Parent / Guardian
January 21, 2025
This is an average elementary school. Students do well in this district because the parents are wealthy and pay for outside tutoring (see the FB group), therapy services, music lessons, etc. - even... More
Review for Orchard Hill Elementary School