For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,233 students in 07438, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07438, NJ are White Rock Elementary School, Jefferson Township Middle School and Paradise Knoll Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07438 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07438, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07438, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
White Rock Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2 Francine Place
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-2414
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-2414
Grades: 1-5
| 479 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Township Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Weldon Road
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-1980
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-1980
Grades: 6-8
| 563 students
Rank: #33.
Paradise Knoll Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
103 Paradise Road
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-7142
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-7142
Grades: K-5
| 191 students
07438, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
52 Schoolhouse Road
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-4742
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-4742
Grades: PK-K
| 138 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07438, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07438, NJ include White Rock Elementary School, Jefferson Township Middle School and Paradise Knoll Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07438?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07438.
What is the racial composition of students in 07438?
07438 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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