For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,174 students in 07656, NJ (there are , serving 391 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 07656, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 07656, NJ are West Ridge Elementary School, East Brook Elementary School and Park Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07656 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07656, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07656, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
18 South First Street
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Grades: PK-6
| 339 students
Rank: #22.
East Brook Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
167 Sibbald Dr
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Grades: K-6
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Park Ridge High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2 Park Ave
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Grades: 7-12
| 520 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 07656, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 07656, NJ include West Ridge Elementary School, East Brook Elementary School and Park Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 07656?
3 public schools are located in 07656.
What percentage of students in 07656 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 07656 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07656?
07656 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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