For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 767 students in 07627, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07627, NJ are Luther Lee Emerson School and Demarest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07627 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07627, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07627, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Luther Lee Emerson School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
15 Columbus Road
Demarest, NJ 07627
(201) 768-6060
Demarest, NJ 07627
(201) 768-6060
Gr: 2-4 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Demarest Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
568 Piermont Rd
Demarest, NJ 07627
(201) 768-6060
Demarest, NJ 07627
(201) 768-6060
Gr: 5-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
130 County Rd
Demarest, NJ 07627
(201) 768-6060
Demarest, NJ 07627
(201) 768-6060
Gr: PK-1 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07627, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07627, NJ include Luther Lee Emerson School and Demarest Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07627?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07627.
What is the racial composition of students in 07627?
07627 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% 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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