For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,229 students in 07626, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07626, NJ are Edward H. Bryan, Merritt Memorial and Cresskill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07626 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07626, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07626, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edward H. Bryan
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
51 Brookside Ave
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Merritt Memorial
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Dogwood Lane
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Gr: 1-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Cresskill Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Lincoln Drive
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07626, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07626, NJ include Edward H. Bryan, Merritt Memorial and Cresskill Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07626?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07626.
What is the racial composition of students in 07626?
07626 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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