Overall, the NJ public school system is excellent. We live in a town with high taxes, but we chose it because of the public schools. I was raised in a neighboring town called Allendale, which also has very good schools. Some districts are very big, others are smaller. For example, my son just started high school and there are a LOT of students and it's an open campus with plenty of freedom - something that is foreign to me. There are a lot of great towns and schools to choose from. Just do your research and I'm sure you will find the right fit.