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New Jersey is a state located in the northeastern region of the United States of America. It's among the most populous and most densely populated states in the country, and also one of the wealthiest states based on the median household income. The estimated gross state product of New Jersey in 2010 is $487 billion.

New Jersey was named after Jersey, the biggest among the Channel Islands when British forces seized the region from Native Americans. Its climate is different through some of its regions. Some parts have a humid mesothermal climate while some have a humid microthermal climate. Generally, New Jersey experiences hot and humid summers, and winters that range from being cold to just below freezing.

New Jersey has many notable museums, theme parks, and entertainment and concert venues. Some examples are the New Jersey State Museum, Montclair Art Museum, Boardwalk Hall, Izod Center, Six Flags, Mount Creek Waterpark, and many more. Another tourist attraction to New Jersey is the Jersey Shore which is home to many bars and clubs as well as upscale, vibrant residential communities.

New Jersey is also known for many other things such as having the most diners compared with any other states in the country. It's the birthplace of FM radio, the phonograph and drive-in movies, among other inventions and innovations.

New Jersey has a little over 600 school districts, governed by the state's Department of Education. According to statistics, the state of New Jersey allots more budget per public school student compared with other states. Also, New Jersey's high schools consistently score very well in SATs. In 2011, three schools in New Jersey represented the highest and second highest SAT scores nationwide. New Jersey is also the home of Princeton University which got the distinction for one of the best national universities in the country.

Some examples of New Jersey boarding schools include college preparatory schools like Purnell School, Lawrenceville School, and The Hun School of Princeton among others.

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