For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 3,161 students in 07107, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 07107, NJ are First Avenue School, Abington Avenue School and Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07107 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07107, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07107, NJ Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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%
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 preschools in 07107, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07107, NJ include First Avenue School, Abington Avenue School and Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 07107?
4 public preschools are located in 07107.
What is the racial composition of students in 07107?
07107 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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