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 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.

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)
May 14, 2024
DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD HERE DO NOT WORK HERE- RUN! This school is horrible and will do anything to protect its image. They give staff honorary leave after verbally abusing a student (gym teacher... More
Parent / Guardian
May 14, 2024
Overall school is good Could be better
Current student
May 14, 2024
They left a student on the PATH train during a school field trip and the teachers blamed the students for it and held them after school without informing the parents. This school is also way too... More