For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 675 students in Chesterfield, NJ (there are 1 private school, serving 47 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Chesterfield, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Chesterfield, NJ is Chesterfield Township Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chesterfield, NJ public school have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Chesterfield have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Chesterfield, NJ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chesterfield Township Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30 Saddle Way
Chesterfield, NJ 08515
(609) 298-6900
Chesterfield, NJ 08515
(609) 298-6900
Gr: PK-6 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chesterfield, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in Chesterfield, NJ include Chesterfield Township Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chesterfield?
1 public schools are located in Chesterfield.
What percentage of students in Chesterfield go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Chesterfield are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chesterfield?
Chesterfield public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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