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Suburb in New Jersey
Current Resident: You’ll wish you grew up here! Luckily, I did, and moved back to raise our children. So many Lakers who grew up here have moved back here the past few years because they appreciate the wonderful community, top schools, great recreation with many lakes and hiking! It’s a real testament to our town. So easy to make friends here. I love the history of the town too. The town celebrates the history and is protective of the charm and natural setting.... Read 29 reviews
Population 4,464
#1 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
Suburb in New Jersey,
29 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says You’ll wish you grew up here! Luckily, I did, and moved back to raise our children. So many Lakers who grew up here have moved back here the past few years because they appreciate the wonderful....
You’ll wish you grew up here! Luckily, I did, and moved back to raise our children. So many Lakers who grew up here have moved back here the past few years because they appreciate the wonderful....
Read 29 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 4,464,
Works Here: I grew up in--and attended public schools in--South Brunswick; and for the past 26 years I have also worked there. I have nothing but good things to say about the township, in general, and Monmouth Junction, in particular. The school system is nationally renowned, and the extra-curricular activities associated with it, stellar. It's increasingly expensive to live there; however, there are few better places to live in New Jersey--or anywhere else. I heartily recommend Monmouth Junction to anyone who can afford to live there.... Read 8 reviews
Population 9,728
#2 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
8 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Works Here says I grew up in--and attended public schools in--South Brunswick; and for the past 26 years I have also worked there. I have nothing but good things to say about the township, in general, and Monmouth....
I grew up in--and attended public schools in--South Brunswick; and for the past 26 years I have also worked there. I have nothing but good things to say about the township, in general, and Monmouth....
Read 8 reviews.
Population: 9,728,
Current Resident: Short Hills was a great place to go to school and to grow up in. The downtown area in Millburn was safe to roam around and hang out in with friends... Read 35 reviews
Population 14,500
#3 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
35 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Short Hills was a great place to go to school and to grow up in. The downtown area in Millburn was safe to roam around and hang out in with friends.
Short Hills was a great place to go to school and to grow up in. The downtown area in Millburn was safe to roam around and hang out in with friends.
Read 35 reviews.
Population: 14,500,
Sewell, NJ•
Private School•
K-8
Parent: My daughter attended ACA from age 4 until she graduated 8th grade in June of 2021. We could not have asked for a better education. She was never a “number” or a test score. The teachers truly cared. She had an IEP since third grade. Gloucester County Special Services and the teachers worked with us to ensure she was being challenged yet not overwhelmed. It was a beautiful balance. My daughter what not be where she is today without the dedicated teachers and staff who aren’t just working a job, but fulfilling a calling! Jesus is first at ACA and His love and peace are evident.... Read 3 reviews
Students 113
Student-teacher ratio 8:1
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
SEWELL, NJ,
K-8,
3 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says My daughter attended ACA from age 4 until she graduated 8th grade in June of 2021. We could not have asked for a better education. She was never a “number” or a test score. The teachers truly cared.....
My daughter attended ACA from age 4 until she graduated 8th grade in June of 2021. We could not have asked for a better education. She was never a “number” or a test score. The teachers truly cared.....
Read 3 reviews.
Students: 113,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,
Current Resident: Haworth is an absolutely gorgeous and underrated community. The Haworth Public School is excellent with small class sizes and committed teachers, administrators and parents. The town has a lot of character with a quaint downtown, beautiful and unique homes, duck pond, walking trail by the reservoir and two country clubs. Every street is tree-lined. The library is amazing with a separate wing for kids and dynamic programming. There’s a 5K race, Spring Garage Sale, streets are closed for Halloween (it’s quite a celebration), and many events and things to do throughout the year. It’s a five-minute or less drive to Closter Plaza where you can shop, grab a bite, work out, go to the movies, etc. A++!... Read 9 reviews
Population 3,341
#4 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
9 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Haworth is an absolutely gorgeous and underrated community. The Haworth Public School is excellent with small class sizes and committed teachers, administrators and parents. The town has a lot of....
Haworth is an absolutely gorgeous and underrated community. The Haworth Public School is excellent with small class sizes and committed teachers, administrators and parents. The town has a lot of....
Read 9 reviews.
Population: 3,341,
Current Resident: I relocated from the west coast with my family 2 years ago. Ridgewood was recommended by the relocation agency we used. We only planned to rent in the town until we figured out where we wanted to end up. It wasn't before long when we fell in love with the village. Couldn't imagine a better place to raise a family. Coming from out of state, we never felt like out siders. Everyone was very welcoming. Our street feels like a family! We're also very pleased with how serious everyone takes education here (took a little getting used to). Only critical feedback would be the Taxes. Can't imagine we'll stay after the kids graduate.... Read 59 reviews
Population 25,991
#5 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
59 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I relocated from the west coast with my family 2 years ago. Ridgewood was recommended by the relocation agency we used. We only planned to rent in the town until we figured out where we wanted to end....
I relocated from the west coast with my family 2 years ago. Ridgewood was recommended by the relocation agency we used. We only planned to rent in the town until we figured out where we wanted to end....
Read 59 reviews.
Population: 25,991,
Current Resident: I have been living in Upper Montclair for over 15 years. There is basically nothing negative to say about this place. Neighbors have become dear friends, everyone is friendly and it is very safe. Super family-friendly with a diverse range of restaurants and shops. Lots of parks and open space. It's a wonderful community with smart and compassionate people. I love it here!... Read 48 reviews
Population 12,033
#6 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
48 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have been living in Upper Montclair for over 15 years. There is basically nothing negative to say about this place. Neighbors have become dear friends, everyone is friendly and it is very safe.....
I have been living in Upper Montclair for over 15 years. There is basically nothing negative to say about this place. Neighbors have become dear friends, everyone is friendly and it is very safe.....
Read 48 reviews.
Population: 12,033,
Visitor: Chatham Township is a great place for families. Safe neighborhoods with community friendly neighbors and commutes of just minutes away from schools. The properties are a good size and most houses are very well kept. Just a train ride away from New York City. There are many different shops, restaurants and entrainment for anyone. A very lovely place to live would definitely recommend.... Read 13 reviews
Population 10,913
#7 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
13 Niche users give it an average review of 3.2 stars.
Featured Review: Visitor says Chatham Township is a great place for families. Safe neighborhoods with community friendly neighbors and commutes of just minutes away from schools. The properties are a good size and most houses are....
Chatham Township is a great place for families. Safe neighborhoods with community friendly neighbors and commutes of just minutes away from schools. The properties are a good size and most houses are....
Read 13 reviews.
Population: 10,913,
Current Resident: Tons of character and history, great people, and great schools. Moved here when we started our family and don’t plan on leaving!... Read 40 reviews
Population 12,098
#8 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
40 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Tons of character and history, great people, and great schools. Moved here when we started our family and don’t plan on leaving!.
Tons of character and history, great people, and great schools. Moved here when we started our family and don’t plan on leaving!.
Read 40 reviews.
Population: 12,098,
Current Resident: Lived a year so far and love this town. Residents joke that it’s Pleasantville or Mayberry North. Tons of young families. Very good for the 30s/40s with young kids. Very friendly neighbors. You feel like you can leave your doors unlocked. West of 17 is all walkable with sidewalks - convenient to a small but nice downtown with several good restaurants (best sushi in the area). Convenient to Ridgewood, wyckoff, allendale, WCL shopping, Wegman’s etc. And as safe a town as you can get.... Read 11 reviews
Population 4,248
#9 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Lived a year so far and love this town. Residents joke that it’s Pleasantville or Mayberry North. Tons of young families. Very good for the 30s/40s with young kids. Very friendly neighbors. You feel....
Lived a year so far and love this town. Residents joke that it’s Pleasantville or Mayberry North. Tons of young families. Very good for the 30s/40s with young kids. Very friendly neighbors. You feel....
Read 11 reviews.
Population: 4,248,
Current Resident: Allendale is a great community. It is very family orientated with a lot of town programs geared toward families. It is a green town with multiple parks, lots of open spaces, one of the only bird sanctuaries around and a beautiful lake where people can join to swim all summer. Schools are fantastic with many supplemental programs to offer to the children. Most families are very involved.... Read 28 reviews
Population 6,820
#10 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
28 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Allendale is a great community. It is very family orientated with a lot of town programs geared toward families. It is a green town with multiple parks, lots of open spaces, one of the only bird...Schools are fantastic with many supplemental programs to offer to the children. Most families are very involved..
Allendale is a great community. It is very family orientated with a lot of town programs geared toward families. It is a green town with multiple parks, lots of open spaces, one of the only bird...Schools are fantastic with many supplemental programs to offer to the children. Most families are very involved..
Read 28 reviews.
Population: 6,820,
Current Resident: Quiet place to live, lovely atmosphere with many parks and hiking options. I love to go to the bike path right by my house and I can go 6 miles there! Also close to Delaware water gap (about 1 hr via car). Good for commuting to the city too (lots of trains).... Read 39 reviews
Population 9,208
#11 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
39 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Quiet place to live, lovely atmosphere with many parks and hiking options. I love to go to the bike path right by my house and I can go 6 miles there! Also close to Delaware water gap (about 1 hr via....
Quiet place to live, lovely atmosphere with many parks and hiking options. I love to go to the bike path right by my house and I can go 6 miles there! Also close to Delaware water gap (about 1 hr via....
Read 39 reviews.
Population: 9,208,
Current Resident: Top NJ town with high property values with relatively low RE Taxes. Top awarded Blue ribbon public elementary school. Regional middle & high schools are also very good!... Read 3 reviews
Population 2,270
#12 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Top NJ town with high property values with relatively low RE Taxes. Top awarded Blue ribbon public elementary school. Regional middle & high schools are also very good!.
Top NJ town with high property values with relatively low RE Taxes. Top awarded Blue ribbon public elementary school. Regional middle & high schools are also very good!.
Population: 2,270,
Current Resident: Closter's education and community is very commendable. Their education prepares students for the pressures of middle school then high school, but they also make sure that students feel like they are a part of the community, which is why the schools host many events throughout the year for families to attend. Closter Plaza is the shopping mall of the town, with a variety of restaurants, stores, tutoring centers, boutiques, and gyms. The Plaza has something for everyone, and it's a casual place for friends to hang out on a weekend. Closter additionally has a very kind community, and everyone is really friendly. It is the perfect place for a family to reside in as the parents will be able to interact with those around them and find whatever they need, and children will be able to enjoy their childhood experience.... Read 30 reviews
Population 8,573
#13 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
30 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Closter's education and community is very commendable. Their education prepares students for the pressures of middle school then high school, but they also make sure that students feel like they are....
Closter's education and community is very commendable. Their education prepares students for the pressures of middle school then high school, but they also make sure that students feel like they are....
Read 30 reviews.
Population: 8,573,
Current Resident: Lots of young families moving to town looking to meet people. Very social town and lots of 30-something couples with young kids. In addition to great schools, beautiful neighborhoods, and good downtown it has a great community feel especially amongst parents. Many move here from Hoboken/Jersey City/NYC with no regrets. Also close to other great towns with good shops/restaurants like Cranford, Summit, Garwood, and more.... Read 70 reviews
Population 30,950
#14 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
70 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Lots of young families moving to town looking to meet people. Very social town and lots of 30-something couples with young kids. In addition to great schools, beautiful neighborhoods, and good....
Lots of young families moving to town looking to meet people. Very social town and lots of 30-something couples with young kids. In addition to great schools, beautiful neighborhoods, and good....
Read 70 reviews.
Population: 30,950,
Current Resident: We cannot song the praises of LIvingston NJ enough! Education is a high priority for those living in town, and it has a FANTASTIC, top-rated school district that consistently ranks among the highest and most desirable in NJ and the United States. Along with a strong Jewish community, diverse populations include a strong mix of Chinese, Korean Indian and other cultures. Property values remain high, and the community services offered include two beautiful park-like pools and a superb recreation program. Safety is excellent, as the emergency services here are too-notch. Add in a gorgeous township oval, spectacular high school and public library campus, ample shopping, plus plenty of scenic open space and you’ve got the winning combo for one of the best places to live and raise a family in New Jersey! We have lived here for 30 years and LOVE it!... Read 96 reviews
Population 31,103
#15 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
96 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says We cannot song the praises of LIvingston NJ enough! Education is a high priority for those living in town, and it has a FANTASTIC, top-rated school district that consistently ranks among the highest....
We cannot song the praises of LIvingston NJ enough! Education is a high priority for those living in town, and it has a FANTASTIC, top-rated school district that consistently ranks among the highest....
Read 96 reviews.
Population: 31,103,
Current Resident: Demarest is a really quiet place with very friendly neighbors and community members. Though it is an extremely small town, it has a gazebo downtown where many concerts and events are hosted free for the public over the summer. The downtown area is small like the town with few stores, but it is never an issue as a few minute drive to the neighboring towns will get you all the stores you need. The schools are also above in education and have many achievements through the years.... Read 6 reviews
Population 4,977
#16 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
6 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Demarest is a really quiet place with very friendly neighbors and community members. Though it is an extremely small town, it has a gazebo downtown where many concerts and events are hosted free for....
Demarest is a really quiet place with very friendly neighbors and community members. Though it is an extremely small town, it has a gazebo downtown where many concerts and events are hosted free for....
Read 6 reviews.
Population: 4,977,
Current Resident: Its a wonderful town. I grew up here and still live here. Its great! The schools are good. They have lots of support for people with learning disabilities now (They did not when I went through Lincoln Hubbard Elementary, 2000-2005) Summit has amazing restaurants as well.... Read 42 reviews
Population 22,598
#17 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
42 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Its a wonderful town. I grew up here and still live here. Its great! The schools are good. They have lots of support for people with learning disabilities now (They did not when I went through....
Its a wonderful town. I grew up here and still live here. Its great! The schools are good. They have lots of support for people with learning disabilities now (They did not when I went through....
Read 42 reviews.
Population: 22,598,
Current Resident: Diverse, clean and safe community! Schools are great! Ideal place to raise a family. We need more local activities. (Skating rinks, indoor play areas)... Read 35 reviews
Population 8,185
#18 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
35 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Diverse, clean and safe community! Schools are great! Ideal place to raise a family. We need more local activities. (Skating rinks, indoor play areas).
Diverse, clean and safe community! Schools are great! Ideal place to raise a family. We need more local activities. (Skating rinks, indoor play areas).
Population: 8,185,
Current Resident: HP is a quiet area suitable for families with kids that are willing to shell extra in terms of taxes in exchange for safety. It's near a high school (which is a couple towns over) and has an elementary school that is within a 5 minute drive or walking distance, depending on where you're living (in town or couple towns over). Nightlife is basically nonexistent except for eating out at a couple local restaurants. It's very small, so everybody basically knows everyone. The diversity could be better. I haven't heard of many jobs available, so you may have to look to other towns for employment.... Read 32 reviews
Population 4,801
#19 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
32 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says HP is a quiet area suitable for families with kids that are willing to shell extra in terms of taxes in exchange for safety. It's near a high school (which is a couple towns over) and has an....
HP is a quiet area suitable for families with kids that are willing to shell extra in terms of taxes in exchange for safety. It's near a high school (which is a couple towns over) and has an....
Read 32 reviews.
Population: 4,801,
Population 7,056
#20 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
Population: 7,056,
Current Resident: Fantastic community for schools, senior valentines events, sports , outdoor space, restaurants. There is something for everyone!... Read 30 reviews
Population 13,147
#21 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
30 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Fantastic community for schools, senior valentines events, sports , outdoor space, restaurants. There is something for everyone!.
Fantastic community for schools, senior valentines events, sports , outdoor space, restaurants. There is something for everyone!.
Population: 13,147,
Current Resident: Bernards Township is a comfortable suburban town located in central New Jersey with a great education system and quiet lifestyle. While everything necessary is located within reasonable distance, it tends to get boring living in this town due to a lack of diverse quality food choices, as well as limited recreational facilities. Definitely a very safe town to live in, with a lot of very friendly people, good for kids and family, with access to transportation to NYC, but otherwise recreationally, there is no entertainment access.... Read 44 reviews
Population 27,836
#22 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
44 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Bernards Township is a comfortable suburban town located in central New Jersey with a great education system and quiet lifestyle. While everything necessary is located within reasonable distance, it....
Bernards Township is a comfortable suburban town located in central New Jersey with a great education system and quiet lifestyle. While everything necessary is located within reasonable distance, it....
Read 44 reviews.
Population: 27,836,
Current Resident: I love love love living in Kendall Park! I've been living here since I was in Kindergarten, and I'm currently a Freshman at the local South Brunswick High School. It's safe to say the schooling is great! The community is also very safe, as there are police during most public events and protecting the schools. The homes are affordable and in great neighborhoods. It's been so much fun living here! There are so many stores nearby, and a ShopRite even recently came to the South Brunswick/Kendall Park area! The neighborhoods are close together and everyone is kind to one another. The majority of this area is Indian, but there are other races living in the area as well! There are lots of parks, and lots of kind families to meet!... Read 35 reviews
Population 10,560
#23 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
35 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I love love love living in Kendall Park! I've been living here since I was in Kindergarten, and I'm currently a Freshman at the local South Brunswick High School. It's safe to say the schooling is....
I love love love living in Kendall Park! I've been living here since I was in Kindergarten, and I'm currently a Freshman at the local South Brunswick High School. It's safe to say the schooling is....
Population: 10,560,
Current Resident: Great family town! Small yet still has good restaurants and local parks, plus Van Saun County Park and malls right there. Safe, friendly neighborhood where kids ride their bikes all over and adults have convenient access to NYC via trains and buses.... Read 29 reviews
Population 12,024
#24 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
29 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Great family town! Small yet still has good restaurants and local parks, plus Van Saun County Park and malls right there. Safe, friendly neighborhood where kids ride their bikes all over and adults....
Great family town! Small yet still has good restaurants and local parks, plus Van Saun County Park and malls right there. Safe, friendly neighborhood where kids ride their bikes all over and adults....
Population: 12,024,
Population 1,336
#25 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey.
Population: 1,336,
Prince George's County Public Schools, MD•
PK, K-6
Students 305
Student-teacher ratio 14:1
Prince George's County Public Schools, MD,
PK, K-6,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: C,
Students: 305,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
Mt Laurel, NJ•
PK, K
Students 152
Student-teacher ratio 3:1
MT LAUREL, NJ,
PK, K,
Students: 152,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 3 to 1,
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