Best Schools in Forked River, New Jersey
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Lacey Township Middle School
Middle · Lacey Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Forked River Elementary School
Elementary · Lacey Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$360,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$360,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Forked River
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lacey Township Middle School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Forked River Elementary School | 6.0 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $93,267
- Median home value
- $360,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Forked River compares
Median household income
$93k
79% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Forked River, New Jersey
Forked River, New Jersey is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Forked River 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 Forked River is Lacey Township Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Forked River is served by 1 school district: Lacey Township School District. These districts collectively serve 3,786 students.
Forked River's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $93,267. 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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 461 students · 1st–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 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 | The Goddard School
Private
5 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 845 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
Schools in Forked River
Forked River, New Jersey · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$93,267
Median Home Value
$360,000
Median Rent
$2,080/mo
Population
21,136
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Community Profile
Forked River has a median household income of $93,267. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $360,000, with a median rent of $2,080/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Forked River, New Jersey
How many schools are in Forked River, New Jersey?
Forked River has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Forked River, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Forked River is 6.5 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 Forked River, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Forked River on MySchoolScout is Lacey Township Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Forked River, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Forked River on MySchoolScout is Forked River Elementary School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Forked River, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Forked River on MySchoolScout is Lacey Township Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Forked River, New Jersey?
Forked River is served by 1 school district: Lacey Township School District.
What is the education level in Forked River, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Forked River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Forked River, New Jersey?
The median household income in Forked River is approximately $93,267 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Forked River, New Jersey?
Yes, Forked River has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Forked River, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Forked River is 9.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Forked River, 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.