For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 808 students in Brookside, NJ.
The top-ranked public schools in Brookside, NJ are Mendham Township Middle School and Mendham Township Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brookside, NJ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 86% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 88% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Brookside, NJ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mendham Township Middle School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
16 Washington Valley Road
Brookside, NJ 07926
(973) 543-7107
Brookside, NJ 07926
(973) 543-7107
Gr: 5-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Mendham Township Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
18 West Main Street
Brookside, NJ 07926
(973) 543-7107
Brookside, NJ 07926
(973) 543-7107
Gr: PK-4 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Brookside, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in Brookside, NJ include Mendham Township Middle School and Mendham Township Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Brookside?
2 public schools are located in Brookside.
What is the racial composition of students in Brookside?
Brookside public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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