For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public elementary schools serving 5,740 students in 07501, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07501, NJ are Alexander Hamilton Academy, School 7 and School 2. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07501 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07501, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07501, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alexander Hamilton Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11-27 16th Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0320
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0320
Gr: K-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
School 7
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
106 Ramsey Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0070
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0070
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
School 2
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
22 Passaic Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0020
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0020
Gr: K-8 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Philip's Academy Charter School Of Paterson
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
47 State Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 247-8920
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 247-8920
Gr: K-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Roberto Clemente
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
434 Rosa Parks Blvd
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0340
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0340
Gr: K-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #66.
Young Men's Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
45 Smith Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2380
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2380
Gr: 3-8 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #77.
Community Charter School Of Paterson
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
75 Spruce St
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 413-2057
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 413-2057
Gr: K-8 | 900 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
School 3
(Math: 8% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
448 Main Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0030
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0030
Gr: K-8 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
School 15
(Math: 11% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
98 Oak Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0150
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0150
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
New Roberto Clemente
(Math: 3% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
482-506 Market Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0240
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0240
Gr: 6-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #1111.
Edward W. Kilpatrick
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
295-315 Ellison Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0330
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0330
Gr: PK-3 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #1212.
Senator Frank Lautenberg School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
137 Carroll Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0060
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0060
Gr: K-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #1313.
Newcomers
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
482-506 Market Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0110
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0110
Gr: 3-11 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 80:1
Rank: n/an/a
21 Dale Ave
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0410
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0410
Gr: PK-2 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
07501, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
200 Grand Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2540
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2540
Gr: 9-12 | 183 students Minority enrollment: 96%
88 Danforth Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0290
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0290
Gr: K-4 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
150 Park Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2489
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2489
Gr: 9-12 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
150 Park Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2488
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2488
Gr: 9-12 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
150 Park Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2490
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-2490
Gr: 9-12 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07501, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07501, NJ include Alexander Hamilton Academy, School 7 and School 2.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07501?
14 public elementary schools are located in 07501.
What is the racial composition of students in 07501?
07501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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