Best Schools in Elmer, New Jersey
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Elmer by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Creativity Colaboratory Charter School
Middle · Creativity Colaboratory Charter School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.0
out of 10
Median Home
$271,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.0
out of 10
Median Home
$271,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Elmer
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Creativity Colaboratory Charter School | 4.2 / 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
- 4.0/10
- Median household income
- $87,551
- Median home value
- $271,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Elmer compares
Median household income
$88k
74% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Elmer, New Jersey
Elmer, New Jersey is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 4.0 out of 10, schools in Elmer 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 Elmer is Creativity Colaboratory Charter School with a composite score of 4.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Elmer is served by 3 school districts: Creativity CoLaboratory Charter School, Pittsgrove Township School District, Salem County Special Services School District. These districts collectively serve 1,872 students.
Elmer's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,551. The poverty rate in the area is 9.7%.
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 | 197 students · Kindergarten–1st | 3.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 193 students · 5th–8th | 4.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 students · Pre-K–12th | — |
Schools in Elmer
Elmer, New Jersey · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$87,551
Median Home Value
$271,300
Median Rent
$1,173/mo
Population
12,149
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Community Profile
Elmer has a median household income of $87,551. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $271,300, with a median rent of $1,173/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Elmer, New Jersey
How many schools are in Elmer, New Jersey?
Elmer has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Elmer, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Elmer is 4.0 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 Elmer, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Elmer on MySchoolScout is Creativity Colaboratory Charter School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Elmer, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Elmer on MySchoolScout is Creativity Colaboratory Charter School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
How many school districts serve Elmer, New Jersey?
Elmer is served by 3 school districts: Creativity Colaboratory Charter School, Pittsgrove Township School District, Salem County Special Services School District.
What is the education level in Elmer, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Elmer have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Elmer, New Jersey?
The median household income in Elmer is approximately $87,551 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Elmer, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Elmer is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Elmer, 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.