West Essex Ranks in the Top 1% of Schools Nationwide
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The West Essex Regional School District has earned a spot amongst the best school districts in the nation in Niche's 2026 School District rankings. These impressive stats prove that our district is offering an exceptional experience for our students, both inside and outside the classroom. This would not be possible without the dedication of our amazing faculty and staff, Board of Education, administration, and West Essex families. Thank you for your commitment to our school district!
National Rankings
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Top 1% for Best Teachers: West Essex ranks in the Top 1% of districts nationwide with the best teachers (#85 out of 11,038 schools).
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Top 1% for Student Athletes: West Essex ranks in the Top 1% of districts nationwide for student athletes (#136 out of 9,934 schools).
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Top 2% for Places to Teach: West Essex ranks in the Top 2% of districts nationwide for best places to teach (#215 out of 11,278 schools).
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Top 3% for Best Districts: West Essex ranks in the Top 3% of districts nationwide for best school districts (#305 out of 10,394 schools).
State Rankings
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2nd Best Place to Teach: West Essex ranks as the 2nd best school district to teach at in New Jersey (#2 out of 376 schools)
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Top 8% for Best Districts: West Essex ranks in the Top 8% of districts statewide for best school districts (#19 out of 243 schools).
County Rankings
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#1 Best Place to Teach: West Essex ranks as the best school district to teach at in Essex County (#1 out of 19 schools).
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#1 Best Place for Student Athletes: West Essex ranks as the best school district for athletes in Essex County (#1 out of 17 schools).
