Best Schools in Penns Grove, New Jersey
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Penns Grove Middle School
Middle · Penns Grove-carneys Point Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Paul W Carleton
Elementary · Penns Grove-carneys Point Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$184,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$184,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Penns Grove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Penns Grove Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Paul W Carleton | 4.3 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $68,397
- Median home value
- $184,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 56%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Penns Grove compares
Median household income
$68k
58% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Penns Grove, New Jersey
Penns Grove, New Jersey is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Penns Grove 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 Penns Grove is Penns Grove Middle School with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Penns Grove is served by 1 school district: Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District. These districts collectively serve 2,245 students.
Penns Grove's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,397. The poverty rate in the area is 20.4%.
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 | 319 students · 4th–5th | 4.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 465 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
Schools in Penns Grove
Penns Grove, New Jersey · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$68,397
Median Home Value
$184,000
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
13,413
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Community Profile
Penns Grove has a median household income of $68,397. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $184,000, with a median rent of $1,221/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Penns Grove, New Jersey
How many schools are in Penns Grove, New Jersey?
Penns Grove has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Penns Grove, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Penns Grove is 5.0 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 Penns Grove, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Penns Grove on MySchoolScout is Penns Grove Middle School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Penns Grove, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Penns Grove on MySchoolScout is Paul W Carleton with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Penns Grove, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Penns Grove on MySchoolScout is Penns Grove Middle School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Penns Grove, New Jersey?
Penns Grove is served by 1 school district: Penns Grove-carneys Point Regional School District.
What is the education level in Penns Grove, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Penns Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Penns Grove, New Jersey?
The median household income in Penns Grove is approximately $68,397 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Penns Grove, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Penns Grove is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Penns Grove, 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.