For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 5,623 students in 07302, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07302, NJ are Cornelia F. Bradford School, Explore Middle School and Dr. Michael Conti School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07302 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07302, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07302, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornelia F. Bradford School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
96 Sussex St
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 915-6450
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 915-6450
Gr: PK-5 | 1,082 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Explore Middle School
Vocational School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
180 9th Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 631-6395
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 631-6395
Gr: 6-8 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Dr. Michael Conti School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
182 Merseles St
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 714-4300
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 714-4300
Gr: PK-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Beloved Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
508 Grand Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 630-4700
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 630-4700
Gr: K-12 | 1,573 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Middle School # 4
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
107 Bright Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 946-5740
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 946-5740
Gr: 6-8 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Rafael Cordero Y Molina
(Math: 33% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
158 Erie St
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 714-4390
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 714-4390
Gr: PK-8 | 794 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
Frank R Conwell School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 Bright Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 915-6100
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 915-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
07302, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Career Academy (Closed 2015)
Vocational School
525 Montgomery Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 631-6376
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 631-6376
Gr: 9-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
70 Bright St
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 915-6610
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 915-6610
Gr: 6-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Great Futures Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
225 Morris Blvd
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 716-1520
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 716-1520
Gr: 9-12
Schomburg Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
508 Grand St
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 451-7770
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 451-7770
Gr: K-6 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07302, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07302, NJ include Cornelia F. Bradford School, Explore Middle School and Dr. Michael Conti School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07302?
7 public elementary schools are located in 07302.
What is the racial composition of students in 07302?
07302 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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