For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,190 students in 07624, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07624, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07624 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07624, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07624, NJ Public Elementary Schools (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 elementary schools in 07624, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07624, NJ include Hillside Elementary School and Tenakill Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07624?
2 public elementary schools are located in 07624.
What is the racial composition of students in 07624?
07624 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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