Best Schools in Belford, New Jersey
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Bayview Elementary School
Elementary · Middletown Township Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$490,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$490,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Belford
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayview Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $139,313
- Median home value
- $490,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 95%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Belford compares
Median household income
$139k
118% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Belford, New Jersey
Belford, New Jersey is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Belford perform strongly 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 Belford is Bayview Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Belford is served by 1 school district: Middletown Township Public School District. These districts collectively serve 8,895 students.
Belford's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $139,313. The poverty rate in the area is 2.7%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 337 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
Schools in Belford
Belford, New Jersey · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$139,313
Median Home Value
$490,100
Median Rent
$1,847/mo
Population
7,057
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
95%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Community Profile
Belford has a median household income of $139,313. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $490,100, with a median rent of $1,847/month. The local poverty rate of 2.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Belford, New Jersey
How many schools are in Belford, New Jersey?
Belford has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Belford, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Belford is 8.2 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 Belford, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Belford on MySchoolScout is Bayview Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Belford, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Belford on MySchoolScout is Bayview Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Belford, New Jersey?
Belford is served by 1 school district: Middletown Township Public School District.
What is the education level in Belford, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Belford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Belford, New Jersey?
The median household income in Belford is approximately $139,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Belford, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Belford is 9.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Belford, 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.