For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,348 students in 07974, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07974, NJ are Salt Brook School and Allen W. Roberts School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07974 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07974, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07974, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salt Brook School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
40 Maple St
New Providence, NJ 07974
(908) 464-7100
New Providence, NJ 07974
(908) 464-7100
Grades: K-6
| 592 students
Rank: #22.
Allen W. Roberts School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
80 Jones Dr
New Providence, NJ 07974
(908) 464-4707
New Providence, NJ 07974
(908) 464-4707
Grades: PK-6
| 674 students
Rank: n/an/a
Developmental Learning Center New Providence
Special Education School
330 Central Avenue
New Providence, NJ 07974
(908) 508-1345
New Providence, NJ 07974
(908) 508-1345
Grades: PK-9
| 82 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07974, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07974, NJ include Salt Brook School and Allen W. Roberts School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07974?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07974.
What is the racial composition of students in 07974?
07974 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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