2024 Best Schools for STEM in New Jersey

• Morris County Vocational School District, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  40 reviews

Alum: The Academy is an all around highly-recommended high school experience. Starting with academics, Academy students are challenged everyday through a difficult and relevant courseload, fully preparing them for college and life beyond. Students have a great relationship with their teachers and with each other. The social environment of the academy is an extremely tight web of inseparable, caring, and competitive students. Although its place as a satellite academy causes administrative headache, this school is the center of the greatest academic and social livelihoods a student can hope for.... Read 40 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 180

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Princeton, NJ•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.94 out of 5  17 reviews

Freshman: Princeton International School of Mathematics and Science offers an educational experience like no other! For any student interested in STEAM-related subjects, PRISMS is a dream come true. The faculty are passionate and helpful, and the scientific equipment is college-level! While sports are not prioritized, Varsity volleyball, soccer, and basketball are offered. PRISMS is a great community, filled with incredible educators, a STEAM-centered curriculum, and top-notch scientific equipment.... Read 17 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 120

• Student-teacher ratio 5:1

• Monmouth County Vocational School District, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  105 reviews

Senior: Choosing this high school was one of the best decisions of my life! From amazing teachers to peers that support and get along with each other, High Technology High School provided me with the best possible high school experience I could have asked for. The academics are rigorous but manageable, and the clubs provide great opportunities to meet and become friends with others who share your interests. The hour long lunch in the middle of every day is a perfect time to get some extra studying done as well as generally hanging out with friends. I have met so many great people by going to this school, and I believe that I changed for the better having gone here over my home high school. There are people from every walk of life and by going to this school I was able to learn so much, not just from academics but also from my fellow students.... Read 105 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 287

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Middlesex County Vocational & Technical School District, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.48 out of 5  48 reviews

Junior: The academics at the school are amazing, and so are the teachers. They are very understanding and open to your opinions. However, I would like to see more diversity and more opportunities in sports and the arts. High school sports are something that you see throughout almost all high schools throughout America, but in the Academy, there's only one sport (soccer). We are studying almost all the time (and therefore, sitting), so it'd be great to get some more physical activity and get more sports into the Academy (football, volleyball, etc.).... Read 48 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 172

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Bergen County Vocational Technical School District, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  555 reviews

Junior: I am a junior at Bergen County Academies and I have had a good experience so far. The teachers at Bergen County Academies are for the most part very knowledgeable in their fields. They are willing to go above and beyond. I also appreciate the fact that the school tries to ensure college readiness through guidance seminar and an overall competitive environment. One thing that I would like to see change at Bergen County Academies is the availability of resources for students. While the school does have a lot of resources available, I feel like there could be more support for students who are struggling academically or who need extra help. Another issue students may encounter is the fact that they are locked into their chosen academy. Overall, my experience at Bergen County Academies has been positive. It is a great school with a strong focus on academics and extracurricular activities, but getting involved in those activities might be difficult due to the already extended school day.... Read 555 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,109

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Lawrenceville, NJ•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.31 out of 5  173 reviews

Alum: I loved my three years there! I have had invaluable once-in-a-lifetime opportunities and experiences here and I have grown so much from my journey! Fair warning, it is pretty rigorous academically and, and especially a rather sharp learning curve if you enter after freshman year ,(I was a new sophomore) but, once you find or reach out to the necessary people, it'll make the adjustment so much easier. Though your schedule will most likely almost always be packed, that also means you have a plethora of opportunities to stretch and apply yourself, not just in fields that you cam into high school good at, but in new subject areas and co-curriculars you might have never even heard of before.... Read 173 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 822

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Basking Ridge, NJ•

• Private School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.28 out of 5  149 reviews

Sophomore: At the Pingry School, everyone can find their place. Whether it is the plethora of student interest clubs, diverse student body, the openness and willingness of the teachers to help at every turn, or just the smile on everyone's faces in the morning, it really is a joy to be a member of the Pingry Community. The level of trust and camaraderie among the community is unparalleled, and Pingry really sticks to the tenets of its Honor Code. But there really is no better way to experience the Pingry Community than to come see it for yourself!... Read 149 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,197

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Livingston, NJ•

• Private School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  130 reviews

Middle School Student: As a student who goes to Newark Academy, there are many things about NA that you won’t find at any other school. This school has an amazing community where students and teachers are able to have a good relationship. The Equity and Inclusion team makes sure that you belong and that others understand you. The arts program is wonderful and has a variety of things for everyone. The academics go beyond the books and are very hands on. I would recommend this school to anyone in the area who cares about their child and wants them to have a good future!... Read 130 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 667

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Monmouth County Vocational School District, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  121 reviews

Freshman: I like the education and the people in the school, but the environment can be very stressful especially during important tests because everyone crams a lot of information. This also leads to a lot of people being depressed and overly stressed out about college. That is because it is an IB school and all of the classes are more rigorous and demanding. The school has some great teachers too on the bright side, especially in the science section. If you like science and you liked to pushed to the best of your abilities, I would recommend this school.... Read 121 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 315

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Hightstown, NJ•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.21 out of 5  155 reviews

Sophomore: Peddie makes an effort to inform prospective students of its academic rigor. And oh, is school hard at Peddie! The typical school day is packed with a class of challenging math, a productive discussion in Humanities, lectures and labs in Chemistry, Biology or Physics, and more. Students can explore and succeed in a many fields including Computer Science, the Arts or an additional language. After school, students are engaged in a required extracurricular activity. Many students opt for sports, which all have practices in state-of-the-art facilities with the guidance of devoted coaches. I've been on the swim team for the past year, and have found team culture to be wonderful and supportive. Other activities include being in the cast or set crew of musicals, Robotics (FRC), and community service. Dorm life is great too, the lounges are open and spacious, and SNAs (Saturday Night Activities) are aplenty.... Read 155 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 532

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  288 reviews

Senior: West Windsor Plainsboro High School North (HSN) has provided me with many great experiences. I believe that there are three main components of the HSN experience: education, fun, and culture. The education that HSN provides is of a fairly high quality, with the district as a whole being quite competitive. The teachers tend to be fair, understanding, and sociable, and the curriculum is useful and interesting. The only negative aspect of HSN education is that some teachers don't teach, leaving students to learn the content. For certain content-heavy courses, this can make it extremely hard for students to learn and prepare for exams. The fun aspect of HSN is great! HSN offers a variety of fun events throughout the year and a moderate amount of freedom to its students. However, that freedom has decreased with new rules such as: "No eating or drinking in study hall." Lastly, HSN's culture is amazing, with students being friendly and a positive yet competitive spirit in the school.... Read 288 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,495

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Summit, NJ•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  62 reviews

Alum: Academically excellent, great leadership opportunities, and supportive staff. The school should have much higher rankings given how well it prepares well rounded and intelligent future leaders. In 2007, The Wall Street Journal already listed Kent Place School as one of the world's top 50 schools for its success in preparing students to enter top American universities. The school has excellent academical cuticulum, strong STEM resources, and abundant student activities. At KPS learning with purpose, leading with ethics, thriving in community, and investing in one another are the priorities. These priorities are rooted in the school's core strengths, enriched by our long history of understanding how high-achieving girls learn best, and deepened by the story that every student brings to our community. KPS has a long history. Since 1894, KPS has dedicated to empowering girls. The results have been spectacular. KPS has sent students to many top institutions in the world.... Read 62 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 649

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  333 reviews

Senior: The school overall has a good support system and help is around any corner if you reach out in forms of students and faculty. The courses offered prepare students for outside endeavors and higher studies. Although school spirit has taken a step down since the pandemic there is still events for students to feel like one unit such as during the Homecoming Game/Dance, games and frequent meeting of clubs and other social groups. Students also walk to nearby Windsor plaza which has 7-Eleven, Papa Johns, Pancake House, Woori-Mart and Princeton Junction Railway Station for students to travel away from the district. However the school's information is scattered in websites, social media accounts and emails. It's quite hard to keep track of all the information which is why again it's important that you network with a lot of people around the school. If there was anything I would like to see change it would be that all information regarding opportunities, clubs/sports should be in 1-3 hubs.... Read 333 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,614

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Union County Vocational-Technical School District, NJ•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.02 out of 5  145 reviews

Senior: Magnet is a school that is very near and dear to me. Throughout my time here, I have made many friends that I will stay in touch with for the rest of my life. I relish the opportunity to interact with so many intelligent people and feel that the culture is one that stimulates growth and improvement. The teachers are above average and it feels like they truly care about their students. I would highly recommend any students in the Union County area to apply to Magnet. It will absolutely be worth it.... Read 145 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 308

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Bergen County Vocational Technical School District, NJ•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.13 out of 5  255 reviews

Freshman: BT is overall a great school. Going in, I thought it would be completely different from my middle school, but the transition was not as abrupt as I thought it would be. I went in knowing no one, but I easily made friends as most of the students are generally friendly. The academics are very rigorous, which was a huge transition from my public middle school. It's a bit of a struggle at the beginning, but once you find your rhythm, you're set. Teachers are generally knowledgeable and willing to help students, but there are a couple of teachers that are just strange. Clubs only happen Tues/Thurs, and buses are a hassle, but there are tons of opportunities given at BT that many public schools can't offer. My friend group now has a much higher overall IQ than my middle school friend group did, and although there are still plenty of class clowns, those clowns are still smart. Honestly, you just have to be able to adapt and keep up with the workload, and you'll be set for a bright future.... Read 255 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 678

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Westwood, NJ•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.75 out of 5  12 reviews

Parent: At Primoris School, excellence is not just taught but lived. Under the dedicated guidance of owner Ms. Katie, the school thrives on an advanced curriculum infused with love and enthusiasm, making learning a delight. The warm, unique atmosphere fosters a joy for learning that my daughter keenly embraces daily. Her rapid academic progression, especially her remarkable vocabulary, is a testament to Primoris's effectiveness. The school's devotion to nurturing intellectual curiosity and emotional well-being makes it true stand out. Every school should take a page from Primoris's book. Highly recommended!... Read 12 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 118

• Student-teacher ratio 3:1

• Wayne, NJ•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.11 out of 5  87 reviews

Parent: Pioneer Academy is a great school, both on the academic level and ethical level. It provided a safe and nourishing environment for both my kids, the elder of them attended Pioneer for the 4 years of high school and helped him a lot. He finished the school last year and now is enrolled in a highly ranked engineering college in New Jersey. My youngest son has been attending Pioneer since 3rd grade. He is now in 8th grade and enjoying the school with all that it offers, good teachers, great learning facilities, different sports activities and safe environment. Pioneer is a small school in numbers and may lack some facilities like an indoor gym, but it is really like a big family for the kids!... Read 87 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 426

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Morristown, NJ•

• Private School•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 4.59 out of 5  126 reviews

Parent: Our son is a Freshman at Delbarton and we could not be happier. He loves his classes, although very challenging. His teachers are easy to approach (and they expect you to come to talk to them), and the brotherhood is real. COVID has changed everyone's plans but Delbarton has managed to keep the boys in school so far, the admin has been very proactive and approachable. We could have chosen many fine private schools in NJ, we are so happy we chose Delbarton!... Read 126 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 648

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Monmouth County Vocational School District, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  152 reviews

Junior: The best parts of (MAST) Immersive Learning: The combination of engaging lectures, practical laboratory work, and field trips has allowed hands on experience The campus's location near the coast is a major advantage. Expert Faculty: Their passion for marine science and expertise in their respective fields have contributed to your growth and understanding. Every experience can have its challenges. Here are a few that may be considered the worse parts, but really not bad and worth the effort Workload and Time Management: MAST can sometimes result in a heavy workload. Balancing assignments, lab work, and studying for exams might be challenging at times. As well as going back to my home school to play sports so basically you are in two high schools. Limited Elective Options: JROTC is awesome and unique, and one of my favorite subjects is naval Science and history.... Read 152 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 269

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Jersey City School District, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  302 reviews

Alum: I graduated class of 2023, and I can say hands down that McNair has been one of the most formative experiences I have had in my life. I have learned so much thanks to the teachers and friends that have supported me. There is truly a very collaborative environment here, and everyone is supported every step along the way. There are plenty of opportunities regarding AP courses and extracurriculars. I was part of the Epsilon Math Team, Mock Trial, and various honor societies, and I founded Mathemagicians Tutoring which connects McNair students to Cordero middle schoolers and offers free math tutoring. I highly recommend this school, it will change your life.... Read 302 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 704

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Englewood, NJ•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.43 out of 5  69 reviews

Freshman: I've been here since the seventh grade. I'm gonna be totally honest, it's an incredibly expensive school and my family is a high donor. Unlike in my previous school, teachers are connected. It's not one of those seemingly universalized experiences where its 50/50 about teachers caring. More like 80/20, and that 20 still have their charms. Though the student body are what really pulls it together. The makeup of the school is split down the middle between preppy party kids (that have their qualities) and the other half of the nicest, most motivated kids you'll ever meet. Though its middle/high school. There's drama. Its not always fun. The administration has some fundamental flaws. In that it seems as though they care more about their endowment then their students. Facilities is slow to accommodate, still no NB bathrooms, nor gym accommodations, nor trans accessible binaried bathrooms. Anyhow I love my school 8.4/10!... Read 69 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,068

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Blairstown, NJ•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.52 out of 5  109 reviews

Parent: We have had a wonderful experience at Blair; our daughter is thriving. Blair has helped her develop academically and socially. We love Blair's challenging school curriculum, especially that each student is assigned two advisors - an academic and a personal one. Our daughter has made wonderful relationships with girls and boys across a wide range of backgrounds. We cannot say enough good things about the way Blair handled COVID - school was open last year and many fun outdoor activities were planned to keep the kids entertained and engaged. This year the head of Blair told families from day one that they were going to co-exist with COVID and did they ever! Our daughter has challenged herself trying and falling for a new sport, enrolling in advanced courses and starting a new club. We feel so luck to be a Blair family... Read 109 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 465

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Princeton, NJ•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  131 reviews

Parent: PDS is a diverse independent school with many great characteristics. The academics and curriculum are very thorough and definitely help students get ready for what comes next. This school also has many sports facilities that are utilized for skating, squash, tennis, volleyball, basketball, and hockey. The cafeteria, in the center of the building, holds a vast amount of people with booths and tables. The food, aside from being delicious, is organic and comes from the garden. There is additionally a chicken coop and garden classroom. Besides these, the school has a well developed art and music system. The fourth grade operetta and eighth grade musical are just some of the performing arts opportunities students get when attending this school. Princeton Day School also supports orchestra, band, and choir members as they have great teachers and conductors. In general, the school, students, and teachers are welcoming and provide great assistance!... Read 131 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 963

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Princeton Public Schools, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  342 reviews

Senior: My experience at Princeton was tough but motivating. The heavy worklord that came with AP, IB, and Honors classes made some parts of the year very challenging to get through. However, with those classes came encouraging teachers and classmates that helped motivate me to not only do better in the classroom, but also improve outside the classroom in some of the many extracurricular activites that Princeton offers.... Read 342 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,534

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Edison Township School District, NJ•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.71 out of 5  485 reviews

Sophomore: I like that J.P. Stevens High School is competitive in numerous aspects. It is a good academic school that encourages its students to work and study hard for their future. The school is not only great academically, but when it comes to sports, J.P. Stevens doesn't mess around! Our swim team, which I've been on since I've come to the school, is competitive and truly makes the sport enjoyable. J.P. Stevens's environment is also fulfilling. The administration makes the effort to ensure that the school is an accepting and safe place. By providing resources to the students, such as counselors, many students feel as though they are able to open up about topics such as mental health. Our school has "No Homework Days" to lessen the stress of the constant amount of homework that is typically assigned. Although it may be stressful, the work assigned by the staff along with their support is one of the main reasons why J.P. Stevens is so successful when it comes to its academics.... Read 485 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 2,643

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1