Best Schools in Brooklawn, New Jersey
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Alice Costello Elementary School
Elementary · Brooklawn 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
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$169,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$169,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Brooklawn
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 | Alice Costello Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $66,190
- Median home value
- $169,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Brooklawn compares
Median household income
$66k
56% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Brooklawn, New Jersey
Brooklawn, New Jersey is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Brooklawn 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 Brooklawn is Alice Costello Elementary School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Brooklawn is served by 1 school district: Brooklawn Public School District. These districts collectively serve 263 students.
Brooklawn's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,190. The poverty rate in the area is 12.8%.
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 | 263 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 |
Schools in Brooklawn
Brooklawn, New Jersey · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,190
Median Home Value
$169,700
Median Rent
$1,498/mo
Population
13,185
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Community Profile
Brooklawn has a median household income of $66,190. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $169,700, with a median rent of $1,498/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Brooklawn, New Jersey
How many schools are in Brooklawn, New Jersey?
Brooklawn has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Brooklawn, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Brooklawn 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 Brooklawn, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Brooklawn on MySchoolScout is Alice Costello Elementary School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Brooklawn, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Brooklawn on MySchoolScout is Alice Costello Elementary School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Brooklawn, New Jersey?
Brooklawn is served by 1 school district: Brooklawn Public School District.
What is the education level in Brooklawn, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Brooklawn have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Brooklawn, New Jersey?
The median household income in Brooklawn is approximately $66,190 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Brooklawn, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Brooklawn is 8.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Brooklawn, 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.