Best Schools in Convent Station, New Jersey
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
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Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 96%
0% of schools rated 7+
Adults 25+
How Convent Station compares
New Jersey rank
#163 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Schools in this city
3
Morris School District runs Convent Station's public schools
1 public school. Morris School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Convent Station is a Morris School District school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Convent Station, New Jersey
Convent Station, New Jersey is home to 3 schools, including 1 public school and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Convent Station show moderate performance 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 Convent Station is Academy of St. Elizabeth with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Convent Station is served by 1 school district: Morris School District. These districts collectively serve 5,708 students.
Convent Station's community shows 96% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 74.1%.
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 | 293 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 6.5 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academy of St. ElizabethPrivate 236 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Academy of Saint ElizabethPrivate 208 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Convent Station
Convent Station, New Jersey · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Population
342
College Educated
96%
Poverty Rate
74.1%
Community Profile
It is a well-educated community where 96% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 74.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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- 2
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Common questions about schools in Convent Station, New Jersey
How many schools are in Convent Station, New Jersey?
Convent Station has 3 schools, including 1 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Convent Station, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Convent Station is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Convent Station, New Jersey?
Convent Station is served by 1 school district: Morris School District.
What is the education level in Convent Station, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 96% of adults in Convent Station have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
Are there private schools in Convent Station, New Jersey?
Yes, Convent Station has 2 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Academy of St. Elizabeth with a score of 6.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Convent Station, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Convent Station is 7.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Convent Station, 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.