Best Schools in Lakehurst, New Jersey
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Lakehurst by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lakehurst Elementary School
Elementary · Lakehurst School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$225,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$225,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lakehurst
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 | Lakehurst 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $80,792
- Median home value
- $225,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lakehurst compares
Median household income
$81k
68% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Lakehurst, New Jersey
Lakehurst, New Jersey is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Lakehurst 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 Lakehurst is Lakehurst Elementary School with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lakehurst is served by 1 school district: Lakehurst School District. These districts collectively serve 406 students.
Lakehurst's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,792. The poverty rate in the area is 9.4%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 404 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.0 |
Schools in Lakehurst
Lakehurst, New Jersey · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$80,792
Median Home Value
$225,800
Median Rent
$1,730/mo
Population
2,864
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Community Profile
Lakehurst has a median household income of $80,792. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $225,800, with a median rent of $1,730/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lakehurst, New Jersey
How many schools are in Lakehurst, New Jersey?
Lakehurst has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lakehurst, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lakehurst is 6.0 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 Lakehurst, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Lakehurst on MySchoolScout is Lakehurst Elementary School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lakehurst, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lakehurst on MySchoolScout is Lakehurst Elementary School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Lakehurst, New Jersey?
Lakehurst is served by 1 school district: Lakehurst School District.
What is the education level in Lakehurst, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Lakehurst have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lakehurst, New Jersey?
The median household income in Lakehurst is approximately $80,792 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lakehurst, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lakehurst 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 Lakehurst, 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.