Best Schools in Erial, New Jersey
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Erial by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Erial Community Church Christian School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
James W. Lilley Elementary School
Elementary · Gloucester Township Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Timber Creek Regional High School
High · Black Horse Pike Regional 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 Erial for 2026 are Erial Community Church Christian School (6.1/10), James W. Lilley Elementary School (5.6/10), and Timber Creek Regional High School (4.8/10), 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
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$262,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$262,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Erial
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Erial Community Church Christian School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | James W. Lilley Elementary School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Timber Creek Regional High School | 4.8 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $102,924
- Median home value
- $262,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Erial compares
New Jersey rank
#305 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$103k
87% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Erial, New Jersey
Erial, New Jersey is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Erial 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 Erial is Erial Community Church Christian School with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Erial is served by 2 school districts: Black Horse Pike Regional School District, Gloucester Township Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 10,171 students.
Erial's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $102,924. The poverty rate in the area is 9.1%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 509 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 75 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.1 | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,137 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
Schools in Erial
Erial, New Jersey · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$102,924
Median Home Value
$262,200
Median Rent
$1,551/mo
Population
49,418
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Community Profile
Erial has a median household income of $102,924. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $262,200, with a median rent of $1,551/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% 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
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Erial, New Jersey
How many schools are in Erial, New Jersey?
Erial has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Erial, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Erial is 5.5 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 Erial, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Erial on MySchoolScout is Erial Community Church Christian School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Erial, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Erial on MySchoolScout is Erial Community Church Christian School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Erial, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Erial on MySchoolScout is Timber Creek Regional High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Erial, New Jersey?
Erial is served by 2 school districts: Black Horse Pike Regional School District, Gloucester Township Public Schools.
What is the education level in Erial, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Erial have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Erial, New Jersey?
The median household income in Erial is approximately $102,924 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Erial, New Jersey?
Yes, Erial has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Erial Community Church Christian School with a score of 6.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Erial, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Erial is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Erial, 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.