For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,296 students in 07046, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 48 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 07046, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07046, NJ are Wildwood Elementary School, Briarcliff Middle School and Mountain Lakes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07046 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07046, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07046, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
51 Glen Rd.
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
(973) 334-3609
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
(973) 334-3609
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Briarcliff Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
93 Briarcliff Rd.
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
(973) 334-0342
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
(973) 334-0342
Gr: 6-8 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Mountain Lakes High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
96 Powerville Rd.
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
(973) 334-8400
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
(973) 334-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Lake Drive Program For Hearing Impaired
Special Education School
10 Lake Drive
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
(973) 299-0166
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
(973) 299-0166
Gr: PK-8 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07046, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07046, NJ include Wildwood Elementary School, Briarcliff Middle School and Mountain Lakes High School.
How many public schools are located in 07046?
4 public schools are located in 07046.
What percentage of students in 07046 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 07046 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07046?
07046 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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