For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 787 students in 07042, NJ.
The top ranked public preschool in 07042, NJ is Bradford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07042 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07042, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07042, NJ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bradford Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
87 Mt Hebron Rd
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4155
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4155
Grades: PK-5
| 375 students
Rank: n/an/a
32 Cedar Ave
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4222
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4222
Grades: PK-2
| 412 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 07042, NJ?
The top ranked public preschools in 07042, NJ include Bradford Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 07042?
2 public preschools are located in 07042.
What is the racial composition of students in 07042?
07042 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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