For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,283 students in Lodi, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Lodi, NJ are Hilltop School, Columbus School and Roosevelt School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lodi, NJ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lodi have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lodi, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hilltop School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Kipp Avenue
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 778-1213
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 778-1213
Grades: PK-5
| 318 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Columbus School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
370 Westervelt Place
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 478-0514
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 478-0514
Grades: PK-5
| 254 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Roosevelt School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
435 Passaic Avenue
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 777-8511
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 777-8511
Grades: PK-5
| 159 students
Rank: #44.
Wilson School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
80 Union Street
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 473-8189
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 473-8189
Grades: PK-5
| 352 students
Rank: #55.
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
75 First Street
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 478-8662
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 478-8662
Grades: 6-8
| 705 students
Rank: #66.
Washington School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
310 N Main Street
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 777-8513
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 777-8513
Grades: PK-5
| 362 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lodi Middle School High School
Special Education School
123 Union St
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 249-0995
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 249-0995
Grades: 6-12
| 91 students
Rank: n/an/a
Moonachie Campus
Special Education School
Robert L. Craig School, 20 Wes
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 249-0995
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 249-0995
Grades: PK-8
| 42 students
Lodi, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Moonachie Annex (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Lodi (moonachie) Campus
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 249-0995
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 249-0995
Grades: Inquire with school
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Lodi, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Lodi, NJ include Hilltop School, Columbus School and Roosevelt School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lodi?
8 public elementary schools are located in Lodi.
What is the racial composition of students in Lodi?
Lodi public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Lodi are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Lodi include: Columbus School vs. Hilltop School, Wilson School vs. Washington School, Washington School vs. Wilson School
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