For the 2026 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 36% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07856, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Arlington Public School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
235 Howard Boulevard
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
(973) 398-4400
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
(973) 398-4400
Gr: 3-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
446 Howard Boulevard
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
(973) 398-6400
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
(973) 398-6400
Gr: PK-2 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
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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