For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 650 students in 07838, NJ.
The top ranked public schools in 07838, NJ are Central Elementary School and Great Meadows Regional Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07838 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07838, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07838, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
281 Route 46
Great Meadows, NJ 07838
(908) 637-4041
Great Meadows, NJ 07838
(908) 637-4041
Grades: PK-3
| 301 students
Rank: #22.
Great Meadows Regional Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
273 Route 46
Great Meadows, NJ 07838
(908) 637-4349
Great Meadows, NJ 07838
(908) 637-4349
Grades: 4-8
| 349 students
07838, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
334 Mountain Lake Road
Great Meadows, NJ 07838
(908) 637-4115
Great Meadows, NJ 07838
(908) 637-4115
Grades: 3-5
| 204 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 07838, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 07838, NJ include Central Elementary School and Great Meadows Regional Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 07838?
2 public schools are located in 07838.
What is the racial composition of students in 07838?
07838 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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