Best Schools in Jackson, New Jersey
14 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Jackson?
Use this page to compare every school in Jackson 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.
Alpha School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carl W. Goetz Middle School
Middle · Jackson Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lucy N. Holman Elementary School
Elementary · Jackson 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 Jackson for 2026 are Alpha School (6.7/10), Carl W. Goetz Middle School (6.3/10), and Lucy N. Holman Elementary School (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
14
12 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$460,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
14
12 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$460,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 6.3/10 despite 27% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Jackson schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Jackson
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alpha School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Carl W. Goetz Middle School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Lucy N. Holman Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Elms Elementary School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Christa Mcauliffe Middle School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Howard C. Johnson Elementary School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Jackson Memorial High School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Crawford-rodriguez Elementary School | 4.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Jackson Liberty High School | 3.7 / 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
- 5.1/10
- Median household income
- $109,059
- Median home value
- $460,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Jackson compares
New Jersey rank
#333 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$109k
92% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Jackson, New Jersey
Jackson, New Jersey has 11 ranked public schools spread across elementary, middle, and specialized program levels. The city's average score is 5.2 out of 10 — a useful benchmark for placing any individual school in context. Parents comparing options here will find a wide performance band, with the top schools pulling well clear of the city mean.
Only 2 of the 11 schools, or 18%, score 7 or above — a narrow top tier. Manchester Regional Day School leads Jackson at 7.4 out of 10, the highest score in the city and the first stop for any parent researching a specialized program. Christa McAuliffe Middle School follows at 7.1, making it the strongest conventional middle school option available. These two schools anchor the upper range and give families with middle-grade students a clear priority list.
Below that top tier, performance steps down noticeably. Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary holds the middle ground at 6.4, performing above the city average for elementary-age students. Carl W. Goetz Middle School (5.4) and Howard C. Johnson Elementary (5.1) both land near the city mean — functional, but not differentiated. With 9 of 11 schools scoring below 7, most Jackson families are zoned for schools that track close to or below the district's average line.
For parents making enrollment decisions, the gap between the top two schools and the rest of the field is the most actionable data point. Families who can access Manchester Regional Day School or Christa McAuliffe Middle School start from a meaningfully stronger academic baseline. Those zoned elsewhere should use individual school pages on MySchoolScout to go deeper — the 5.2 city average marks the center, but test performance breakdowns, grade-level data, and demographic context tell a more complete story for any specific address.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 534 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 721 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 |
| 3 | 383 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.0 |
| 4 | 251 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 |
| 5 | 590 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.1 |
| 6 | 864 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.5 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,011 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 662 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,496 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
| 2 | 1,076 students · 9th–12th | 3.7 |
| 3 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 64 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.4 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Alpha School
Private
54 students · 3rd–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 2 | Jesus Harvest Time Academy
Private
15 students · Pre-K–10th | — | ||
Schools in Jackson
Jackson, New Jersey · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$109,059
Median Home Value
$460,600
Median Rent
$1,693/mo
Population
58,366
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Jackson has a median household income of $109,059. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $460,600, with a median rent of $1,693/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% 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
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 3
Resources
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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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Jackson, New Jersey
How many schools are in Jackson, New Jersey?
Jackson has 14 schools, including 12 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Jackson, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Jackson is 5.1 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 Jackson, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Jackson on MySchoolScout is Alpha School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Jackson, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Jackson on MySchoolScout is Lucy N. Holman Elementary School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Jackson, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Jackson on MySchoolScout is Carl W. Goetz Middle School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Jackson, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Jackson on MySchoolScout is Jackson Memorial High School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve Jackson, New Jersey?
Jackson is served by 3 school districts: Jackson Township School District, Manchester Township School District, Ocean County Vocational Technical School District.
What is the education level in Jackson, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Jackson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Jackson, New Jersey?
The median household income in Jackson is approximately $109,059 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Jackson, New Jersey?
Yes, Jackson has 2 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Alpha School with a score of 6.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Jackson, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Jackson is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Jackson, 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.