Best Schools in Colts Neck, New Jersey
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Colts Neck by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cedar Drive Middle School
Middle · Colts Neck Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Colts Neck High School
High · Freehold Regional High School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Conover Road Elementary School
Elementary · Colts Neck Township 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 Colts Neck for 2026 are Cedar Drive Middle School (9.2/10), Colts Neck High School (6.0/10), and Conover Road Elementary School (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$871,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$871,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Colts Neck
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cedar Drive Middle School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Colts Neck High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Conover Road Elementary School | 5.8 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $183,015
- Median home value
- $871,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 68%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Colts Neck compares
New Jersey rank
#72 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$183k
155% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Colts Neck, New Jersey
Colts Neck, New Jersey is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Colts Neck 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 Colts Neck is Cedar Drive Middle School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Colts Neck is served by 2 school districts: Colts Neck Township School District, Freehold Regional High School District. These districts collectively serve 11,234 students.
Colts Neck's community shows 68% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $183,015. The poverty rate in the area is 3.6%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 345 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.7 |
| 2 | 313 students · 3rd–5th | 5.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 320 students · 6th–8th | 9.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,413 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Colts Neck
Colts Neck, New Jersey · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$183,015
Median Home Value
$871,400
Median Rent
$2,895/mo
Population
9,977
College Educated
68%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Community Profile
Colts Neck has a median household income of $183,015. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $871,400, with a median rent of $2,895/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Colts Neck, New Jersey
How many schools are in Colts Neck, New Jersey?
Colts Neck has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Colts Neck, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Colts Neck is 7.2 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 Colts Neck, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Colts Neck on MySchoolScout is Cedar Drive Middle School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Colts Neck, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Colts Neck on MySchoolScout is Conover Road Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Colts Neck, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Colts Neck on MySchoolScout is Cedar Drive Middle School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best high school in Colts Neck, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Colts Neck on MySchoolScout is Colts Neck High School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Colts Neck, New Jersey?
Colts Neck is served by 2 school districts: Colts Neck Township School District, Freehold Regional High School District.
What is the education level in Colts Neck, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 68% of adults in Colts Neck have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Colts Neck, New Jersey?
The median household income in Colts Neck is approximately $183,015 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Colts Neck, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Colts Neck is 9.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Colts Neck, 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.