For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 418 students in Mahwah, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in Mahwah, NJ is Lenape Meadows. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mahwah, NJ public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Mahwah have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Mahwah, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lenape Meadows
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
160 Ridge Road
Mahwah, NJ 07430
(201) 762-2260
Mahwah, NJ 07430
(201) 762-2260
Gr: PK-3 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Mahwah, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in Mahwah, NJ include Lenape Meadows.
How many public preschools are located in Mahwah?
1 public preschools are located in Mahwah.
What is the racial composition of students in Mahwah?
Mahwah public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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