Best Schools in Roselle Park, New Jersey
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Roselle Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Roselle Park Middle School
Middle · Roselle Park Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Robert Gordon Elementary School
Elementary · Roselle Park Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Roselle Park High School
High · Roselle Park 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 Roselle Park for 2026 are Roselle Park Middle School (5.9/10), Robert Gordon Elementary School (5.8/10), and Roselle Park High School (5.2/10), 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$405,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$405,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Roselle Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roselle Park Middle School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Robert Gordon Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Roselle Park High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Sherman Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School | 4.7 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $104,418
- Median home value
- $405,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Roselle Park compares
New Jersey rank
#311 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$104k
88% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Roselle Park, New Jersey
Roselle Park, New Jersey is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Roselle Park 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 Roselle Park is Roselle Park Middle School with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Roselle Park is served by 1 school district: Roselle Park Public School District. These districts collectively serve 2,033 students.
Roselle Park's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $104,418. The poverty rate in the area is 5.1%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 311 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 |
| 2 | 357 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 263 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 443 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 641 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Roselle Park
Roselle Park, New Jersey · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$104,418
Median Home Value
$405,800
Median Rent
$1,585/mo
Population
13,965
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Community Profile
Roselle Park has a median household income of $104,418. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $405,800, with a median rent of $1,585/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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Common questions about schools in Roselle Park, New Jersey
How many schools are in Roselle Park, New Jersey?
Roselle Park has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Roselle Park, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Roselle Park is 5.4 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 Roselle Park, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Roselle Park on MySchoolScout is Roselle Park Middle School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Roselle Park, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Roselle Park on MySchoolScout is Robert Gordon Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Roselle Park, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Roselle Park on MySchoolScout is Roselle Park Middle School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Roselle Park, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Roselle Park on MySchoolScout is Roselle Park High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Roselle Park, New Jersey?
Roselle Park is served by 1 school district: Roselle Park Public School District.
What is the education level in Roselle Park, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Roselle Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Roselle Park, New Jersey?
The median household income in Roselle Park is approximately $104,418 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Roselle Park, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Roselle Park is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Roselle Park, 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.