Best Schools in Garwood, New Jersey
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Lincoln
Elementary · Garwood Boro. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$509,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$509,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Garwood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln | 7.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $100,948
- Median home value
- $509,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Garwood compares
Median household income
$101k
85% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Garwood, New Jersey
Garwood, New Jersey is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Garwood perform strongly 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 Garwood is Lincoln with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Garwood is served by 1 school district: Garwood Boro. These districts collectively serve 351 students.
Garwood's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $100,948. The poverty rate in the area is 9.2%.
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 | 350 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 |
Schools in Garwood
Garwood, New Jersey · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$100,948
Median Home Value
$509,800
Median Rent
$1,603/mo
Population
4,688
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Community Profile
Garwood has a median household income of $100,948. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $509,800, with a median rent of $1,603/month. The local poverty rate of 9.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Garwood, New Jersey
How many schools are in Garwood, New Jersey?
Garwood has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Garwood, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Garwood is 7.2 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 Garwood, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Garwood on MySchoolScout is Lincoln with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Garwood, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Garwood on MySchoolScout is Lincoln with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Garwood, New Jersey?
Garwood is served by 1 school district: Garwood Boro.
What is the education level in Garwood, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Garwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Garwood, New Jersey?
The median household income in Garwood is approximately $100,948 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Garwood, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Garwood is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Garwood, 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.