5,552
                    Preschools
                
                
                    3,714
                    Elementary Schools
                
                
                    1,730
                    Middle Schools
                
                
                    1,091
                    High Schools
                
                
                    2,574
                    Public District Schools
                
                
                
                    5,182
                    Private Schools
                
                
                    7,846
                    Total Schools
                
    
        These are some of the top-rated public schools in New Jersey based on a variety of measures. 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
        41,672 students | NEWARK, NJ
 Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 73 schools
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        Elizabeth Public School District
        28,266 students | ELIZABETH, NJ
 Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 37 schools
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        Jersey City Public School District
        26,647 students | JERSEY CITY, NJ
 Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 40 schools
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        Paterson Public School District
        24,795 students | PATERSON, NJ
 Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 53 schools
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        Edison Township Public School District
        16,807 students | EDISON, NJ
 Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 19 schools
Reviews From Schools in New Jersey
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          October 29, 2025
        
        
          
  I found my child was left behind in their old school, but she's doing amazing in this new school environment.   The students all seem to respect each other, and are able to work through things. After... More
        
      
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        Roosevelt Elementary School
      
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          October 29, 2025
        
        
          
  This is a truly outstanding school. The teachers are warm, passionate, and deeply committed to their students' growth. They create a welcoming environment and consistently go above and beyond to make... More
        
      
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        Daniel Webster No. 2 Elementary School
      
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          October 29, 2025
        
        
          
  I’m very disappointed with my experience at CJCP. The school seems to hire many teachers who are unqualified and struggle to communicate effectively in English, which makes learning frustrating for... More
        
      
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        Central Jersey College Prep Charter School