Best Schools in Southampton, New Jersey
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Southampton Township School #3
Middle · Southampton Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Southampton Township School #2
Elementary · Southampton Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$344,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$344,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Southampton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southampton Township School #3 | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Southampton Township School #2 | 6.0 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $107,980
- Median home value
- $344,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 95%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Southampton compares
New Jersey rank
#56 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$108k
91% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Southampton, New Jersey
Southampton, New Jersey is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Southampton 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 Southampton is Southampton Township School #3 with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Southampton is served by 1 school district: Southampton Township School District. These districts collectively serve 691 students.
Southampton's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $107,980. The poverty rate in the area is 5.0%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 235 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.2 |
| 2 | 207 students · 3rd–5th | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 241 students · 6th–8th | 8.7 |
Schools in Southampton
Southampton, New Jersey · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$107,980
Median Home Value
$344,900
Median Rent
$1,793/mo
Population
24,153
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
95%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Community Profile
Southampton has a median household income of $107,980. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $344,900, with a median rent of $1,793/month. The local poverty rate of 5.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Southampton, New Jersey
How many schools are in Southampton, New Jersey?
Southampton has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Southampton, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Southampton is 7.3 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 Southampton, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Southampton on MySchoolScout is Southampton Township School #3 with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Southampton, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Southampton on MySchoolScout is Southampton Township School #2 with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Southampton, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Southampton on MySchoolScout is Southampton Township School #3 with a composite score of 8.7/10.
How many school districts serve Southampton, New Jersey?
Southampton is served by 1 school district: Southampton Township School District.
What is the education level in Southampton, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Southampton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Southampton, New Jersey?
The median household income in Southampton is approximately $107,980 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Southampton, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Southampton is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Southampton, 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.