Best Schools in Fort Lee, New Jersey
9 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Fort Lee?
Use this page to compare every school in Fort Lee 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.
School No. 1
Elementary · Fort Lee School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
School No. 3
Elementary · Fort Lee School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lewis F. Cole Middle School
Middle · Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee for 2026 are School No. 1 (8.3/10), School No. 3 (7.7/10), and Lewis F. Cole Middle School (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$422,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$422,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Lee
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | School No. 1 | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | School No. 3 | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Lewis F. Cole Middle School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | School No. 2 | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Christ the Teacher Academy | 6.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Fort Lee High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 7 | School No. 4 | 5.3 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $105,594
- Median home value
- $422,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 65%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 58%
57% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fort Lee compares
New Jersey rank
#109 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$106k
89% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Fort Lee, New Jersey
Fort Lee, New Jersey is home to 9 schools, including 6 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee is School No. 1 with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fort Lee is served by 1 school district: Fort Lee School District. These districts collectively serve 4,076 students.
Fort Lee's community shows 65% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $105,594. The poverty rate in the area is 8.4%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 546 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | 350 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.7 | ||
| 3 | 375 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.0 | ||
| 4 | 400 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.3 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Christ the Teacher Academy
Private
271 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.6 | ||
| 2 | 20 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
| 3 | Small World Montessori School
Private
2 students · Pre-K–TK | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,186 students · 5th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,179 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Fort Lee
Fort Lee, New Jersey · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$105,594
Median Home Value
$422,200
Median Rent
$2,257/mo
Population
39,785
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Community Profile
Fort Lee has a median household income of $105,594. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $422,200, with a median rent of $2,257/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
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.
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Common questions about schools in Fort Lee, New Jersey
How many schools are in Fort Lee, New Jersey?
Fort Lee has 9 schools, including 6 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fort Lee, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fort Lee is 6.9 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 Fort Lee, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Fort Lee on MySchoolScout is School No. 1 with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fort Lee, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fort Lee on MySchoolScout is School No. 1 with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Fort Lee, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Fort Lee on MySchoolScout is Lewis F. Cole Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Fort Lee, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Fort Lee on MySchoolScout is Fort Lee High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Fort Lee, New Jersey?
Fort Lee is served by 1 school district: Fort Lee School District.
What is the education level in Fort Lee, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 65% of adults in Fort Lee have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fort Lee, New Jersey?
The median household income in Fort Lee is approximately $105,594 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Fort Lee, New Jersey?
Yes, Fort Lee has 3 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Christ the Teacher Academy with a score of 6.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Lee, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fort Lee is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fort Lee, 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.