For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,148 students in 07656, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 391 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 07656, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07656, NJ are West Ridge Elementary School, East Brook Elementary School and Park Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07656 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07656, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07656, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
18 South First Street
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
East Brook Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
167 Sibbald Dr
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Gr: K-6 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Park Ridge High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2 Park Ave
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(201) 573-6000
Gr: 7-12 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07656, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07656, NJ include West Ridge Elementary School, East Brook Elementary School and Park Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 07656?
3 public schools are located in 07656.
What percentage of students in 07656 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 07656 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07656?
07656 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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