Best Schools in Berkeley Hts, New Jersey
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Berkeley Hts by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Columbia Middle School
Middle · Berkeley Heights School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mountain Park School
Elementary · Berkeley Heights School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Thomas P. Hughes School
Elementary · Berkeley Heights School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Berkeley Hts for 2026 are Columbia Middle School (7.8/10), Mountain Park School (6.0/10), and Thomas P. Hughes School (5.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$697,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$697,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Berkeley Hts
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbia Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Mountain Park School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Thomas P. Hughes School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 4 | William Woodruff School | 5.1 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $179,006
- Median home value
- $697,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 73%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 96%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Berkeley Hts compares
New Jersey rank
#212 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$179k
151% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Berkeley Hts, New Jersey
Berkeley Hts, New Jersey is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Berkeley Hts 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 Berkeley Hts is Columbia Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Berkeley Hts is served by 1 school district: Berkeley Heights School District. These districts collectively serve 2,441 students.
Berkeley Hts's community shows 73% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $179,006. The poverty rate in the area is 2.2%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 214 students · 3rd–5th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 270 students · 3rd–5th | 5.9 |
| 3 | 243 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 5.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 536 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
Schools in Berkeley Hts
Berkeley Hts, New Jersey · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$179,006
Median Home Value
$697,000
Median Rent
$1,986/mo
Population
11,971
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
96%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Community Profile
Berkeley Hts has a median household income of $179,006. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $697,000, with a median rent of $1,986/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% 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
- 3
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Berkeley Hts, New Jersey
How many schools are in Berkeley Hts, New Jersey?
Berkeley Hts has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Berkeley Hts, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Berkeley Hts is 6.2 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 Berkeley Hts, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Berkeley Hts on MySchoolScout is Columbia Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Berkeley Hts, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Berkeley Hts on MySchoolScout is Mountain Park School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Berkeley Hts, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Berkeley Hts on MySchoolScout is Columbia Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Berkeley Hts, New Jersey?
Berkeley Hts is served by 1 school district: Berkeley Heights School District.
What is the education level in Berkeley Hts, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 73% of adults in Berkeley Hts have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Berkeley Hts, New Jersey?
The median household income in Berkeley Hts is approximately $179,006 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Berkeley Hts, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Berkeley Hts is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Berkeley Hts, 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.