For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,190 students in Closter, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 241 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Closter, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Closter, NJ are Hillside Elementary School and Tenakill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Closter, NJ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Closter have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Closter, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
340 Homans Avenue
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 768-3860
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 768-3860
Grades: PK-4
| 620 students
Rank: #22.
Tenakill Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
275 High Street
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 768-1332
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 768-1332
Grades: 5-8
| 570 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Closter, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in Closter, NJ include Hillside Elementary School and Tenakill Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Closter?
2 public schools are located in Closter.
What percentage of students in Closter go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Closter are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Closter?
Closter public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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