Schools in Chester, New Jersey (2025)
4 schools · 2,020 students · 4 public · median Enrollment 356.
Ranked schools in Chester
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and New Jersey.
- 193Black River Middle SchoolChester · Public Middle70% Math proficiency · 352 students
- 291Bragg Elementary SchoolChester · Public Elementary71% Math proficiency · 297 students
- 391Dickerson Elementary SchoolChester · Public Elementary6.2% Free/reduced-price lunch · 356 students
- 487West Morris Central High SchoolChester · Public High68% Math proficiency · 1,015 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Black River Middle School Chester · Middle · Grades 6–8 | Public | 92.9 Top 5% | 70% Math proficiency | 352 |
| 2 | Bragg Elementary School Chester · Elementary · Grades 3–5 | Public | 91.0 Top 5% | 71% Math proficiency | 297 |
| 3 | Dickerson Elementary School Chester · Elementary · Grades PK–2 | Public | 90.8 Top 5% | 6.2% Free/reduced-price lunch | 356 |
| 4 | West Morris Central High School Chester · High · Grades 9–12 | Public | 86.7 Top 5% | 68% Math proficiency | 1,015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Chester?
Black River Middle School is the highest-ranked school in Chester with a Success Index (US) of 92.9 out of 100 (Top 5% of middle schools in United States).
How many schools are in Chester?
Chester has 4 schools (1 middle, 2 elementary, 1 high) educating 2,020 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Chester?
The median Enrollment across schools in Chester is 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.