Best Schools in Farmingdale, New Jersey
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Farmingdale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Howell Township Middle School North
Middle · Howell Township Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ardena Elementary School
Elementary · Howell Township Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School
Elementary · Howell Township 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 Farmingdale for 2026 are Howell Township Middle School North (7.9/10), Ardena Elementary School (6.1/10), and Edith M. Griebling Elementary School (5.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$585,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$585,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Farmingdale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Howell Township Middle School North | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Ardena Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Edith M. Griebling Elementary School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Howell High School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Farmingdale Elementary | 4.5 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $131,125
- Median home value
- $585,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Farmingdale compares
New Jersey rank
#285 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$131k
111% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Farmingdale, New Jersey
Farmingdale, New Jersey is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Farmingdale 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 Farmingdale is Howell Township Middle School North with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Farmingdale is served by 3 school districts: Farmingdale Public School District, Freehold Regional High School District, Howell Township Public School District. These districts collectively serve 16,137 students.
Farmingdale's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $131,125. The poverty rate in the area is 3.1%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 324 students · 3rd–5th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 334 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.3 |
| 3 | 171 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,024 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,905 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
Schools in Farmingdale
Farmingdale, New Jersey · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$131,125
Median Home Value
$585,900
Median Rent
$1,794/mo
Population
7,135
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Community Profile
Farmingdale has a median household income of $131,125. 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 $585,900, with a median rent of $1,794/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Farmingdale, New Jersey
How many schools are in Farmingdale, New Jersey?
Farmingdale has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Farmingdale, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Farmingdale is 5.7 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 Farmingdale, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Farmingdale on MySchoolScout is Howell Township Middle School North with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Farmingdale, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Farmingdale on MySchoolScout is Ardena Elementary School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Farmingdale, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Farmingdale on MySchoolScout is Howell Township Middle School North with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Farmingdale, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Farmingdale on MySchoolScout is Howell High School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve Farmingdale, New Jersey?
Farmingdale is served by 3 school districts: Farmingdale Public School District, Freehold Regional High School District, Howell Township Public School District.
What is the education level in Farmingdale, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in Farmingdale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Farmingdale, New Jersey?
The median household income in Farmingdale is approximately $131,125 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Farmingdale, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Farmingdale is 11.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Farmingdale, 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.