5,522
Preschools
3,691
Elementary Schools
1,702
Middle Schools
1,064
High Schools
2,467
Public District Schools
5,238
Private Schools
7,800
Total Schools
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 GreatSchools 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.
Largest School Districts in New Jersey
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The Newark Public School District
40,423 students | NEWARK, NJ
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 64 schools -
Elizabeth Public School District
28,090 students | ELIZABETH, NJ
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 36 schools -
Jersey City Public School District
26,782 students | JERSEY CITY, NJ
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 39 schools -
Paterson Public School District
25,937 students | PATERSON, NJ
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 51 schools -
Edison Township Public School District
16,632 students | EDISON, NJ
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 19 schools
Reviews From Schools in New Jersey
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Parent / Guardian
March 18, 2024
Enrolling our child at St. Helena School has been one of the best decisions we've made for their education. From the moment we stepped onto the campus, we were welcomed with warmth and a strong sense... More
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St Helena School
Current student
March 18, 2024
I’ve been at this school for three years. Not a single person has been nice to me, teachers are slightly rude and no one even wants to be there.
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Central School
Parent / Guardian
March 18, 2024
This school has made incredible strides over the last several years. The teachers are great and very responsive to parents. The administration is very prompt in responding to inquiries. The curriculum... More
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Chesterfield Elementary School