For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 978 students in 07028, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary school in 07028, NJ is Ridgewood Avenue School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07028 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07028, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07028, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ridgewood Avenue School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
235 Ridgewood Ave
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8306
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8306
Grades: 3-6
| 539 students
Rank: n/an/a
180 Hillside Ave
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 707-5080
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 707-5080
Grades: PK-2
| 136 students
Rank: n/an/a
287 Forest Ave
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8308
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8308
Grades: PK-2
| 145 students
Rank: n/an/a
205 Linden Ave
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8301
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8301
Grades: PK-2
| 158 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07028, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07028, NJ include Ridgewood Avenue School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07028?
4 public elementary schools are located in 07028.
What is the racial composition of students in 07028?
07028 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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