Best Schools in Lincroft, New Jersey
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lincroft by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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High Technology High School
High · Monmouth County Vocational School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Oak Hill Academy
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lincroft Elementary School
Elementary · Middletown Township Public 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 Lincroft for 2026 are High Technology High School (8.4/10), Oak Hill Academy (6.6/10), and Lincroft Elementary School (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
6
2 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$719,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
2 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$719,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lincroft
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | High Technology High School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Oak Hill Academy | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Lincroft Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 4 | St Leo the Great School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Christian Brothers Academy | 4.1 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $168,945
- Median home value
- $719,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 62%
- Avg commute
- 41 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lincroft compares
New Jersey rank
#260 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$169k
143% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Lincroft, New Jersey
Lincroft, New Jersey is home to 6 schools, including 2 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Lincroft 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 Lincroft is High Technology High School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lincroft is served by 2 school districts: Middletown Township Public School District, Monmouth County Vocational School District. These districts collectively serve 10,459 students.
Lincroft's community shows 62% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $168,945. The poverty rate in the area is 2.2%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 492 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 | ||
| 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 | Oak Hill Academy
Private
323 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.6 | ||
| 2 | St Leo the Great School
Private
558 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.6 | ||
| 3 | A Child S Place School
Private
17 students · Pre-K–1st | — | ||
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 284 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Christian Brothers Academy
Private
876 students · 9th–12th | 4.1 | ||
Schools in Lincroft
Lincroft, New Jersey · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$168,945
Median Home Value
$719,000
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
6,901
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Community Profile
Lincroft has a median household income of $168,945. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $719,000, with a median rent of $843/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 41 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 4
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lincroft, New Jersey
How many schools are in Lincroft, New Jersey?
Lincroft has 6 schools, including 2 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lincroft, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lincroft is 5.9 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 Lincroft, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Lincroft on MySchoolScout is High Technology High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lincroft, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lincroft on MySchoolScout is Oak Hill Academy with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Lincroft, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Lincroft on MySchoolScout is High Technology High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Lincroft, New Jersey?
Lincroft is served by 2 school districts: Middletown Township Public School District, Monmouth County Vocational School District.
What is the education level in Lincroft, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 62% of adults in Lincroft have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lincroft, New Jersey?
The median household income in Lincroft is approximately $168,945 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lincroft, New Jersey?
Yes, Lincroft has 4 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Oak Hill Academy with a score of 6.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lincroft, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lincroft is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lincroft, 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.