Places with the Best Public Schools in New Jersey

Choosing a New Jersey Town for Your Family’s Schools

When choosing a new home, families consider many factors, including schools, safety, and nearby amenities. Schools are often a key factor for families with children.

This guide covers New Jersey towns that families consider for their public schools. Ample Moving NJ provides residential moving services for families moving within and to New Jersey.

Student-to-Teacher Ratio

The student-to-teacher ratio is the number of students for each teacher in a school. A lower ratio can mean more individual attention for students.

Compare student-to-teacher ratios when you research schools, since ratios can vary by school and grade level.

New Jersey Towns to Consider

The towns below are places families consider when researching public schools. Confirm current school information with each school district before you decide.

Alpine

Alpine is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey. Alpine Public School is the school in the town’s district.

Alpine also has natural areas, including Tomahawk Lake, a popular outdoor destination. Families planning a move to Alpine can consider Alpine NJ movers to help with the relocation.

Guttenberg

Guttenberg is a town in Hudson County, New Jersey. Anna L. Klein School serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.

Families moving to Guttenberg can consider movers Guttenberg NJ for their relocation.

Edgewater

Edgewater is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey. Eleanor Van Gelder School serves students from kindergarten through sixth grade.

Palisades Interstate Park offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and views of the Hudson River. The Bergen Performing Arts Center hosts performances throughout the year. Families moving to Edgewater can contact movers Edgewater NJ for help with the move.

Fort Lee

Fort Lee is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey. Fort Lee High School serves students in the borough.

Families can visit Fort Lee Historic Park, which has outdoor activities and educational programs. The Fort Lee Community Center also hosts family activities. Families moving to Fort Lee can contact movers Fort Lee NJ for help with the move.

Chatham

Chatham is a borough in Morris County, New Jersey. Chatham High School, Chatham Middle School, and Milton Avenue School serve students in the borough.

Chatham has restaurants and shopping areas. A train station in Chatham provides access to nearby destinations. Families moving to Chatham can contact movers Chatham NJ for help with the move.

Hackensack

Hackensack is a city in Bergen County, New Jersey. Hackensack Public Schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Hackensack High School serves students in grades 9 through 12.

Van Saun County Park offers outdoor activities for families. Movers Hackensack offers moving services for families moving to the city.

Princeton

Princeton is home to Princeton University. Princeton Public Schools serve students in the town. Confirm current information on the Princeton Public Schools website.

Spending Per Pupil in New Jersey

Per-pupil spending is one measure of school funding. Spending can vary by district, so review current district budgets and the state’s education spending guide when comparing towns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which New Jersey towns are included in this guide?

This guide covers Alpine, Guttenberg, Edgewater, Fort Lee, Chatham, Hackensack, and Princeton.

How can I compare schools before moving?

Review each school district’s website and budget information, and compare student-to-teacher ratios, programs, and activities.

Does Ample Moving NJ help families move within New Jersey?

Yes. Ample Moving NJ provides residential moving services for families moving within and to New Jersey.

Ample Moving NJ Contact Information

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References

• Taxpayers’ Guide to Education Spending 2020
• U.S. Public Education Spending Statistics. Education Data Initiative.
• Average Public School Student: Teacher Ratio (2023). Public School Review.
• New Jersey Is 2022’s 6th Most Educated State in America. TAPinto.
• National Center for Education Statistics