Best Schools in Waretown, New Jersey
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Waretown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ocean County Vocational Technical School Waretown Center
High · Ocean County Vocational Technical School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Frederic A. Priff Elementary School
Elementary · Ocean Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Waretown Elementary School
Elementary · Ocean Township 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 Waretown for 2026 are Ocean County Vocational Technical School Waretown Center (7.5/10), Frederic A. Priff Elementary School (6.4/10), and Waretown Elementary School (4.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$455,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$455,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waretown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ocean County Vocational Technical School Waretown Center | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Frederic A. Priff Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Waretown Elementary School | 4.9 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $103,877
- Median home value
- $455,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 40 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Waretown compares
New Jersey rank
#202 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$104k
88% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Waretown, New Jersey
Waretown, New Jersey is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Waretown 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 Waretown is Ocean County Vocational Technical School Waretown Center with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waretown is served by 2 school districts: Ocean County Vocational Technical School District, Ocean Township School District. These districts collectively serve 1,241 students.
Waretown's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $103,877. The poverty rate in the area is 7.2%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 267 students · 3rd–6th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 314 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 83 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Waretown
Waretown, New Jersey · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$103,877
Median Home Value
$455,900
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
8,010
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
40 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Community Profile
Waretown has a median household income of $103,877. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $455,900, with a median rent of $1,239/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Waretown, New Jersey
How many schools are in Waretown, New Jersey?
Waretown has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waretown, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waretown is 6.3 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 Waretown, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Waretown on MySchoolScout is Ocean County Vocational Technical School Waretown Center with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Waretown, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Waretown on MySchoolScout is Frederic A. Priff Elementary School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Waretown, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Waretown on MySchoolScout is Ocean County Vocational Technical School Waretown Center with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Waretown, New Jersey?
Waretown is served by 2 school districts: Ocean County Vocational Technical School District, Ocean Township School District.
What is the education level in Waretown, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Waretown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waretown, New Jersey?
The median household income in Waretown is approximately $103,877 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waretown, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waretown is 10.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waretown, 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.