Best Schools in Layton, New Jersey
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Sandyston Walpack Consolidated School
Elementary · Sandyston-walpack Consolidated School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$322,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$322,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Layton
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 | Sandyston Walpack Consolidated School | 6.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $105,139
- Median home value
- $322,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 98%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Layton compares
Median household income
$105k
89% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Layton, New Jersey
Layton, New Jersey is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Layton 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 Layton is Sandyston Walpack Consolidated School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Layton is served by 1 school district: Sandyston-Walpack Consolidated School District. These districts collectively serve 128 students.
Layton's community shows 43% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $105,139. The poverty rate in the area is 0.0%.
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 | 128 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 |
Schools in Layton
Layton, New Jersey · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$105,139
Median Home Value
$322,500
Population
298
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
98%
Poverty Rate
0.0%
Community Profile
Layton has a median household income of $105,139. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $322,500. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Layton, New Jersey
How many schools are in Layton, New Jersey?
Layton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Layton, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Layton is 6.7 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 Layton, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Layton on MySchoolScout is Sandyston Walpack Consolidated School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Layton, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Layton on MySchoolScout is Sandyston Walpack Consolidated School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Layton, New Jersey?
Layton is served by 1 school district: Sandyston-walpack Consolidated School District.
What is the education level in Layton, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in Layton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Layton, New Jersey?
The median household income in Layton is approximately $105,139 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Layton, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Layton is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Layton, 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.