Best Schools in West New York, New Jersey
9 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in West New York by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Public School Number Two
Elementary · West New York School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Harry L Bain
Elementary · West New York School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Robert Menendez Elementary School
Elementary · West New York 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 West New York for 2026 are Public School Number Two (8.1/10), Harry L Bain (8.0/10), and Robert Menendez Elementary School (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$390,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$390,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 76% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among West New York schools.
Top-Rated Schools in West New York
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Public School Number Two | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Harry L Bain | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Robert Menendez Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Albio Sires Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 5 | West New York Middle School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Public School Number Five | 7.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Public School Number One | 7.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Memorial High School | 4.0 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $70,389
- Median home value
- $390,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 25%
78% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How West New York compares
New Jersey rank
#128 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$70k
60% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in West New York, New Jersey
West New York, New Jersey is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in West New York 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 West New York is Public School Number Two with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
West New York is served by 1 school district: West New York School District. These districts collectively serve 8,059 students.
West New York's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,389. The poverty rate in the area is 20.0%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 638 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 632 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 515 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.6 |
| 4 | 513 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.5 |
| 5 | 538 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.3 |
| 6 | 792 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,078 students · 7th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,300 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 403 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.7 |
Schools in West New York
West New York, New Jersey · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,389
Median Home Value
$390,300
Median Rent
$1,619/mo
Population
63,321
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
25%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
20.0%
Community Profile
West New York has a median household income of $70,389. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $390,300, with a median rent of $1,619/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in West New York, New Jersey
How many schools are in West New York, New Jersey?
West New York has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in West New York, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in West New York is 6.7 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 West New York, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in West New York on MySchoolScout is Public School Number Two with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in West New York, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in West New York on MySchoolScout is Public School Number Two with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in West New York, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in West New York on MySchoolScout is West New York Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in West New York, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in West New York on MySchoolScout is Memorial High School with a composite score of 4.0/10.
How many school districts serve West New York, New Jersey?
West New York is served by 1 school district: West New York School District.
What is the education level in West New York, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in West New York have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in West New York, New Jersey?
The median household income in West New York is approximately $70,389 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West New York, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in West New York is 15.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in West New York, 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.