Best Schools in Fords, New Jersey
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Fords by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Fords Middle School
Middle · Woodbridge Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dual Language School
Middle · Perth Amboy Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lafayette Estates Elementary School
Elementary · Woodbridge Township 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 Fords for 2026 are Fords Middle School (6.5/10), Dual Language School (6.1/10), and Lafayette Estates Elementary School (4.0/10), 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
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$414,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$414,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fords
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 | Fords Middle School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Dual Language School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Lafayette Estates Elementary School | 4.0 / 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
- $116,250
- Median home value
- $414,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fords compares
New Jersey rank
#301 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$116k
98% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Fords, New Jersey
Fords, New Jersey is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 2 middle schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Fords 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 Fords is Fords Middle School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fords is served by 2 school districts: Perth Amboy Public School District, Woodbridge Township School District. These districts collectively serve 24,400 students.
Fords's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $116,250. The poverty rate in the area is 5.1%.
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 | 720 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.0 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 575 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 496 students · 4th–8th | 6.1 |
Schools in Fords
Fords, New Jersey · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$116,250
Median Home Value
$414,100
Median Rent
$1,976/mo
Population
13,052
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Community Profile
Fords has a median household income of $116,250. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $414,100, with a median rent of $1,976/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% 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
- 1
- Middle
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Fords, New Jersey
How many schools are in Fords, New Jersey?
Fords has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fords, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fords 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 Fords, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Fords on MySchoolScout is Fords Middle School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fords, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fords on MySchoolScout is Lafayette Estates Elementary School with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Fords, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Fords on MySchoolScout is Fords Middle School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Fords, New Jersey?
Fords is served by 2 school districts: Perth Amboy Public School District, Woodbridge Township School District.
What is the education level in Fords, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Fords have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fords, New Jersey?
The median household income in Fords is approximately $116,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fords, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fords is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fords, 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.