For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 301 students in 07838, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 07838, NJ is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 07838 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07838, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07838, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | 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
Gr: PK-3 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
07838, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
334 Mountain Lake Road
Great Meadows, NJ 07838
(908) 637-4115
Great Meadows, NJ 07838
(908) 637-4115
Gr: 3-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 07838, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07838, NJ include Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 07838?
1 public preschools are located in 07838.
What is the racial composition of students in 07838?
07838 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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