5,522
Preschools
3,692
Elementary Schools
1,703
Middle Schools
1,065
High Schools
2,467
Public District Schools
5,239
Private Schools
7,801
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 29, 2024
I currently have two children in the elementary and middle school program Mendham Country Day School. My children have attended the school since they were infants. My husband and I could not be... More
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Mendham Country Day School
Parent / Guardian
March 29, 2024
If I can give a zero I would. My child been in this school for 2 years. Top of her class, very smart child. Over one school year my child has been bullied, assaulted, and ignored.
The staff did not... More
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East Orange Community Charter School
Parent / Guardian
March 28, 2024
I would give zero stars if I could. The "school" methods are not in line with Montessori ideology or methodology. As long as the tuition check clears and you don't question their one sided policies... More
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Rainbow Montessori - Clifton