Best Schools in Bayonne, New Jersey
15 schools · 11 Elementary · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Bayonne by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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John M. Bailey Community School
Elementary · Bayonne School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lincoln Community School #5
Elementary · Bayonne School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Beacon Christian Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bayonne for 2026 are John M. Bailey Community School (7.8/10), Lincoln Community School #5 (7.6/10), and Beacon Christian Academy (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
15
13 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$446,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
15
13 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$446,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.6/10 despite 55% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Bayonne schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Bayonne
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 15). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | John M. Bailey Community School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Lincoln Community School #5 | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Beacon Christian Academy | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Philip G. Vroom Community School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | William Shemin Midtown Community School #8 | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Woodrow Wilson Community School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Washington Community School #9 | 6.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Yeshiva Gedolah of Bayonne | 6.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Mary J Donohoe Community School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Bayonne High School | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $81,285
- Median home value
- $446,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 37%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bayonne compares
New Jersey rank
#243 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$81k
69% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Bayonne, New Jersey
Bayonne, New Jersey is home to 15 schools, including 13 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 11 elementary schools, , and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Bayonne show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bayonne is John M. Bailey Community School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bayonne is served by 1 school district: Bayonne School District. These districts collectively serve 10,697 students.
Bayonne's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,285. The poverty rate in the area is 14.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 632 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 485 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 437 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 |
| 4 | 1,235 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.1 |
| 5 | 721 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.9 |
| 6 | 678 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.8 |
| 7 | 492 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.8 |
| 8 | 678 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.2 |
| 9 | 384 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.0 |
| 10 | 646 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.0 |
Show all 11 elementary schools in Bayonne
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,832 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 | ||
| 2 | 166 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Yeshiva Gedolah of Bayonne
Private
33 students · Pre-K–11th | 6.4 | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beacon Christian Academy
Private
97 students · Kindergarten–11th | 7.4 |
Schools in Bayonne
Bayonne, New Jersey · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$81,285
Median Home Value
$446,100
Median Rent
$1,593/mo
Population
70,468
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Community Profile
Bayonne has a median household income of $81,285. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $446,100, with a median rent of $1,593/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 11
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Bayonne, New Jersey
How many schools are in Bayonne, New Jersey?
Bayonne has 15 schools, including 13 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bayonne, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bayonne is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bayonne, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Bayonne on MySchoolScout is John M. Bailey Community School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bayonne, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bayonne on MySchoolScout is John M. Bailey Community School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Bayonne, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Bayonne on MySchoolScout is Yeshiva Gedolah of Bayonne with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Bayonne, New Jersey?
Bayonne is served by 1 school district: Bayonne School District.
What is the education level in Bayonne, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Bayonne have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bayonne, New Jersey?
The median household income in Bayonne is approximately $81,285 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Bayonne, New Jersey?
Yes, Bayonne has 2 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is Beacon Christian Academy with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bayonne, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bayonne is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bayonne, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.