Best Schools in Cedar Grove, New Jersey
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Cedar Grove by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Memorial Middle School
Middle · Cedar Grove Township School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
South End Elementary School
Elementary · Cedar Grove Township School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
North End Elementary School
Elementary · Cedar Grove Township School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cedar Grove for 2026 are Memorial Middle School (8.7/10), South End Elementary School (8.6/10), and North End Elementary School (8.5/10), 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
6
5 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$600,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
5 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$600,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cedar Grove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Memorial Middle School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | South End Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | North End Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Cedar Grove High School | 8.1 / 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
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $153,654
- Median home value
- $600,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 58%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
80% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cedar Grove compares
New Jersey rank
#11 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.5
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$154k
130% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
5
Cedar Grove Township School District runs 80% of Cedar Grove's public schools
Cedar Grove touches 2 districts, but Cedar Grove Township School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Cedar Grove Township School District accounts for 4 of 5 public schools (80%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 8.1 to 8.7 — the spread is inside Cedar Grove, not a citywide average.
- Cedar Grove Township School District4 public · 80%
- Essex Regional Educational Services Commission1 public · 20%
About Schools in Cedar Grove, New Jersey
Cedar Grove, New Jersey is home to 6 schools, including 5 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Cedar Grove perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Cedar Grove is Memorial Middle School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cedar Grove is served by 2 school districts: Cedar Grove Township School District, Essex Regional Educational Services Commission. These districts collectively serve 1,564 students.
Cedar Grove's community shows 58% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $153,654. The poverty rate in the area is 3.3%.
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 | 353 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 307 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.5 | ||
| 3 | 21 students · Kindergarten–8th | — | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Catherine of Siena SchoolPrivate 180 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 422 students · 5th–8th | 8.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 460 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
Schools in Cedar Grove
Cedar Grove, New Jersey · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$153,654
Median Home Value
$600,800
Median Rent
$1,693/mo
Population
13,317
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Community Profile
Cedar Grove has a median household income of $153,654. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $600,800, with a median rent of $1,693/month. The local poverty rate of 3.3% 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
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Cedar Grove, New Jersey
How many schools are in Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
Cedar Grove has 6 schools, including 5 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cedar Grove is 7.9 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 Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Cedar Grove on MySchoolScout is Memorial Middle School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cedar Grove on MySchoolScout is South End Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Cedar Grove on MySchoolScout is Memorial Middle School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best high school in Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Cedar Grove on MySchoolScout is Cedar Grove High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
Cedar Grove is served by 2 school districts: Cedar Grove Township School District, Essex Regional Educational Services Commission.
What is the education level in Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 58% of adults in Cedar Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
The median household income in Cedar Grove is approximately $153,654 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
Yes, Cedar Grove has 1 private school alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Catherine of Siena School with a score of 5.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cedar Grove, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cedar Grove is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cedar Grove, 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.