For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,192 students in 07624, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 241 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 07624, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07624, NJ are Tenakill Middle School and Hillside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07624 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07624, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07624, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tenakill Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
275 High Street
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 768-1332
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 768-1332
Gr: 5-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
340 Homans Avenue
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 768-3860
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 768-3860
Gr: PK-4 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07624, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07624, NJ include Tenakill Middle School and Hillside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 07624?
2 public schools are located in 07624.
What percentage of students in 07624 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 07624 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07624?
07624 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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