For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 350 students in 07856, NJ (there are 1 private school, serving 62 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 07856, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 07856, NJ is Mount Arlington Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07856 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07856, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07856, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mount Arlington Public School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
235 Howard Boulevard
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
(973) 398-4400
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
(973) 398-4400
Grades: 3-8
| 217 students
Rank: n/an/a
446 Howard Boulevard
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
(973) 398-6400
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
(973) 398-6400
Grades: PK-2
| 133 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 07856, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 07856, NJ include Mount Arlington Public School.
How many public schools are located in 07856?
2 public schools are located in 07856.
What percentage of students in 07856 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 07856 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07856?
07856 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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