For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,258 students in 07626, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07626, NJ are Edward H. Bryan, Merritt Memorial and Cresskill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07626 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07626, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07626, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edward H. Bryan
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
51 Brookside Ave
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Gr: PK-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Merritt Memorial
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Dogwood Lane
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Gr: 1-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Cresskill Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Lincoln Drive
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Cresskill, NJ 07626
(201) 227-7791
Gr: 6-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07626, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07626, NJ include Edward H. Bryan, Merritt Memorial and Cresskill Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07626?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07626.
What is the racial composition of students in 07626?
07626 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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