For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,003 students in 07936, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07936, NJ are Central Elementary School and East Hanover Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07936 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07936, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07936, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Ridgedale Avenue
East Hanover, NJ 07936
(973) 887-0358
East Hanover, NJ 07936
(973) 887-0358
Gr: 2-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
East Hanover Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
477 Ridgedale Avenue
East Hanover, NJ 07936
(973) 887-8810
East Hanover, NJ 07936
(973) 887-8810
Gr: 6-8 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
27 Green Drive
East Hanover, NJ 07936
(973) 887-5650
East Hanover, NJ 07936
(973) 887-5650
Gr: PK-1 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07936, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07936, NJ include Central Elementary School and East Hanover Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07936?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07936.
What is the racial composition of students in 07936?
07936 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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