For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,676 students in 07107, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 79 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 07107, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07107, NJ are Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology, First Avenue School and Roseville Community Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07107 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07107, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07107, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology
Vocational School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
498-544 West Market St
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 412-2203
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 412-2203
Gr: 9-12 | 1,230 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
First Avenue School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
214 First Ave
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 268-5240
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 268-5240
Gr: PK-8 | 1,084 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Roseville Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
540 Orange Street
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 483-4400
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 483-4400
Gr: K-4 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #44.
Abington Avenue School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
209 Abington Avenue
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 268-5230
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 268-5230
Gr: PK-8 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
291 N 7th St
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 268-5260
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 268-5260
Gr: PK-8 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #66.
Sussex Avenue School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
307 Sussex Ave
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 268-5200
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 268-5200
Gr: PK-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Essex Rch
Alternative School
461 463 Central Avenue
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 648-7078
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 648-7078
Gr: 8-12
07107, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Essex Regional School (Closed 2026)
Alternative School
395-97 No 5th Street
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 648-4333
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 648-4333
Gr: PK-12
108 South 9th St
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 733-7368
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 733-7368
Gr: K-8 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07107, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07107, NJ include Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School Of Technology, First Avenue School and Roseville Community Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 07107?
7 public schools are located in 07107.
What percentage of students in 07107 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 07107 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07107?
07107 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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