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 °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ 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.

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.

Largest School Districts in New Jersey

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Reviews From Schools in New Jersey

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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 30, 2025
Very, very hard work and subjects encountered at this school. Extra subjects to be graded on. My child performed amazingly well and earned all perfect scores in Emerson and Dumont but failed miserably... More
Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2025
I moved my kids from a public school to The Village School a few years ago and am still happy I did so. The public school was fine, but it was not addressing the learning needs of my daughter (who... More
Review for The Village School
Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2025
I’ve been a parent at The Village School for several years and I couldn’t be happier with the level of education my children are receiving. They are thriving and flourishing in the rigorous academic... More
Review for The Village School