Best Schools in Boonton, New Jersey
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Boonton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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School Street School
Elementary · Boonton Town Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Intervale Elementary School
Elementary · Parsippany-troy Hills Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
John Hill School
Middle · Boonton Town Public 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 Boonton for 2026 are School Street School (7.4/10), Intervale Elementary School (7.2/10), and John Hill School (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
7
4 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$353,450
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
4 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$353,450
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Boonton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | School Street School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Intervale Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | John Hill School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Boonton High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Our Lady of Mount Carmel 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $105,914
- Median home value
- $353,450
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Boonton compares
New Jersey rank
#176 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$106k
90% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Boonton, New Jersey
Boonton, New Jersey is home to 7 schools, including 4 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Boonton 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 Boonton is School Street School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Boonton is served by 2 school districts: Boonton Town Public School District, Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District. These districts collectively serve 8,782 students.
Boonton's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $105,914. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 317 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.4 | ||
| 2 | 276 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.2 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Our Lady of Mount Carmel School
Private
195 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.1 | ||
| 2 | Alphabetland
Private
3 students · Pre-K–1st | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 546 students · 3rd–8th | 7.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 656 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 | ||
| 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 | Sedes Sapeintiae School Inc
Private
3 students · 12th–12th | — | ||
Schools in Boonton
Boonton, New Jersey · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$105,914
Median Home Value
$353,450
Median Rent
$1,779/mo
Population
17,153
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Boonton has a median household income of $105,914. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $353,450, with a median rent of $1,779/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Boonton, New Jersey
How many schools are in Boonton, New Jersey?
Boonton has 7 schools, including 4 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Boonton, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Boonton is 6.4 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 Boonton, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Boonton on MySchoolScout is School Street School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Boonton, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Boonton on MySchoolScout is School Street School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Boonton, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Boonton on MySchoolScout is John Hill School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Boonton, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Boonton on MySchoolScout is Boonton High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Boonton, New Jersey?
Boonton is served by 2 school districts: Boonton Town Public School District, Parsippany-troy Hills Township School District.
What is the education level in Boonton, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Boonton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Boonton, New Jersey?
The median household income in Boonton is approximately $105,914 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Boonton, New Jersey?
Yes, Boonton has 3 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Our Lady of Mount Carmel School with a score of 5.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Boonton, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Boonton is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Boonton, 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.