Best Schools in Moonachie, New Jersey
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Moonachie by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Robert L. Craig School
Elementary · Moonachie School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$450,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$450,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Moonachie
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 | Robert L. Craig School | 7.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $108,359
- Median home value
- $450,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Moonachie compares
Median household income
$108k
92% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Moonachie, New Jersey
Moonachie, New Jersey is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Moonachie 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 Moonachie is Robert L. Craig School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Moonachie is served by 1 school district: Moonachie School District. These districts collectively serve 368 students.
Moonachie's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $108,359. The poverty rate in the area is 4.0%.
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 | 360 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.7 |
Schools in Moonachie
Moonachie, New Jersey · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$108,359
Median Home Value
$450,800
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
3,106
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Community Profile
Moonachie has a median household income of $108,359. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $450,800, with a median rent of $1,131/month. The local poverty rate of 4.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Moonachie, New Jersey
How many schools are in Moonachie, New Jersey?
Moonachie has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Moonachie, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Moonachie is 7.7 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 Moonachie, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Moonachie on MySchoolScout is Robert L. Craig School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Moonachie, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Moonachie on MySchoolScout is Robert L. Craig School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Moonachie, New Jersey?
Moonachie is served by 1 school district: Moonachie School District.
What is the education level in Moonachie, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Moonachie have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Moonachie, New Jersey?
The median household income in Moonachie is approximately $108,359 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Moonachie, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Moonachie is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Moonachie, 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.