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
April 18, 2024
School is extremely old and has had talk for years to close it down. Water always tests as undrinkable. Administration is disorganized and lets bullying happen behind the scene. Counselors are... More
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Ethel Hoppock Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 17, 2024
I have a whole story on this school, first key point is dont put your kids in here unless you want them to end up with mental illnesses. The teachers here are sometimes something else, but like I only... More
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Richard C Crockett Middle School
Parent / Guardian
April 17, 2024
Bullying runs rampant at this school and it is allowed to continue. They don’t keep students safe from this ongoing problem. This administration has destroyed what once was a wonderful school. There... More
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St Joseph Grade School