Best Schools in Fair Lawn, New Jersey
14 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Fair Lawn by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lyncrest Elementary School
Elementary · Fair Lawn Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
John A. Forrest Elementary School
Elementary · Fair Lawn Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Westmoreland Elementary School
Elementary · Fair Lawn Public 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 Fair Lawn for 2026 are Lyncrest Elementary School (9.3/10), John A. Forrest Elementary School (8.9/10), and Westmoreland Elementary School (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
14
13 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$584,433
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
14
13 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$584,433
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Rates 9.3/10 despite 13% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Fair Lawn schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Fair Lawn
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (14 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lyncrest Elementary School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | John A. Forrest Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Westmoreland Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Memorial Middle School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Thomas Jefferson Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Bergen Arts and Sciences Charter School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Henry B. Milnes Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Radburn Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Ctc Academy - Fair Lawn | 6.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Passaic Arts and Science Charter School | 6.8 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $124,470
- Median home value
- $584,433
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 54%
57% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fair Lawn compares
New Jersey rank
#63 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$124k
105% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
14
About Schools in Fair Lawn, New Jersey
Fair Lawn operates 13 ranked public schools, giving parents a compact district to evaluate. The average school score across those 13 buildings lands at 7.2 out of 10 — a meaningful benchmark that already clears most comparable suburban systems. Eight of the 13 schools, 62%, score 7.0 or higher, which tells parents that strong performance is the norm here, not a trait confined to one flagship building.
The elementary options anchor the district's strength. Radburn Elementary School leads all 13 schools with a 9.0, placing it among the highest-performing schools in this part of Bergen County. Warren Point Elementary follows at 8.7, and John A. Forrest Elementary scores 8.2. Parents with children entering kindergarten have three genuinely strong elementary options that rank well above the district average — a rare concentration at the entry level.
The middle school transition holds up, which matters because performance often dips as students move out of elementary grades. Thomas Jefferson Middle School scores 8.3, topping even most of Fair Lawn's elementary schools. Memorial Middle School sits close behind at 8.1. Both scores clear the district's 7.2 average by a wide margin and signal that academic momentum built in elementary school carries through sixth through eighth grade.
For parents comparing Fair Lawn against neighboring Bergen County districts, the core takeaway is consistency. A 7.2 district average with 62% of schools at 7.0 or above means quality is spread across the system, not concentrated in a single standout. Families who cannot land a spot at Radburn or Warren Point are still likely to find a high-performing school within the district. The middle school scores — both above 8.0 — remove a common concern about quality dropoff between elementary and secondary years. Fair Lawn is a district where school assignment matters less than in most places, because the floor is high and the ceiling is higher.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 197 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.3 | ||
| 2 | 261 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.9 | ||
| 3 | 399 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.0 | ||
| 4 | 390 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.0 | ||
| 5 | 422 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.0 | ||
| 6 | 397 students · Kindergarten–4th | 6.3 | ||
| 7 | 852 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.0 | ||
| 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 | Ctc Academy - Fair Lawn
Private
32 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.9 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 646 students · 5th–8th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 1,145 students · 5th–8th | 7.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,644 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,280 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 2,058 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 1,212 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Fair Lawn
Fair Lawn, New Jersey · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$124,470
Median Home Value
$584,433
Median Rent
$1,994/mo
Population
65,679
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Community Profile
Fair Lawn has a median household income of $124,470. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $584,433, with a median rent of $1,994/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 3
Resources
School Districts (5)
Bergen Arts and Science Charter School
1 school · 1,280 students
Passaic Arts and Science Charter School
1 school · 2,058 students
Paterson Arts and Science Charter School
1 school · 1,212 students
Hudson Arts and Science Charter School
1 school · 852 students
Fair Lawn Public School District
9 schools · 5,567 students
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in New Jersey
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Fair Lawn, New Jersey
How many schools are in Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
Fair Lawn has 14 schools, including 13 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fair Lawn is 7.3 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 Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Fair Lawn on MySchoolScout is Lyncrest Elementary School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fair Lawn on MySchoolScout is Lyncrest Elementary School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Fair Lawn on MySchoolScout is Memorial Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Fair Lawn on MySchoolScout is Fair Lawn High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
Fair Lawn is served by 5 school districts: Bergen Arts and Science Charter School, Passaic Arts and Science Charter School, Paterson Arts and Science Charter School, Hudson Arts and Science Charter School, Fair Lawn Public School District.
What is the education level in Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in Fair Lawn have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
The median household income in Fair Lawn is approximately $124,470 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
Yes, Fair Lawn has 1 private school alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is Ctc Academy - Fair Lawn with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fair Lawn, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fair Lawn is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fair Lawn, 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.