Best Schools in Califon, New Jersey
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Califon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Old Turnpike School
Middle · Tewksbury Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Valley View School
Elementary · Lebanon Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Califon Public School
Elementary · Califon Borough 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 Califon for 2026 are Old Turnpike School (9.3/10), Valley View School (8.6/10), and Califon Public School (8.0/10), 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$622,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$622,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Califon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Old Turnpike School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Valley View School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Califon Public School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Woodglen School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Tewksbury Elementary 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
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $181,023
- Median home value
- $622,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 64%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 95%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Califon compares
New Jersey rank
#40 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.1
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$181k
153% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Califon, New Jersey
Califon, New Jersey is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Califon 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 Califon is Old Turnpike School with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Califon is served by 3 school districts: Califon Borough School District, Lebanon Township School District, Tewksbury Township School District. These districts collectively serve 1,127 students.
Califon's community shows 64% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $181,023. The poverty rate in the area is 1.9%.
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 | 277 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 84 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 260 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.1 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 223 students · 5th–8th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 281 students · 5th–8th | 6.2 |
Schools in Califon
Califon, New Jersey · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$181,023
Median Home Value
$622,400
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
7,451
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
95%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
1.9%
Community Profile
Califon has a median household income of $181,023. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $622,400, with a median rent of $1,771/month. The local poverty rate of 1.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Califon, New Jersey
How many schools are in Califon, New Jersey?
Califon has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Califon, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Califon is 7.4 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 Califon, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Califon on MySchoolScout is Old Turnpike School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Califon, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Califon on MySchoolScout is Valley View School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Califon, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Califon on MySchoolScout is Old Turnpike School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
How many school districts serve Califon, New Jersey?
Califon is served by 3 school districts: Califon Borough School District, Lebanon Township School District, Tewksbury Township School District.
What is the education level in Califon, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 64% of adults in Califon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Califon, New Jersey?
The median household income in Califon is approximately $181,023 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Califon, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Califon is 8.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Califon, 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.