For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 365 students in 07436, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 07436, NJ is Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07436 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07436, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07436, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
114 Seminole Ave
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 337-4147
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 337-4147
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
117c Franklin Avenue
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 337-4442
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 337-4442
Gr: PK | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 07436, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07436, NJ include Heights Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 07436?
2 public preschools are located in 07436.
What is the racial composition of students in 07436?
07436 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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