For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,100 students in 07501, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 07501, NJ are School 15 and Edward W. Kilpatrick. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07501 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07501, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 07501, NJ Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
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 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
21 Dale Ave
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0410
Paterson, NJ 07501
(973) 321-0410
Gr: PK-2 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 preschools in 07501, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07501, NJ include School 15 and Edward W. Kilpatrick.
How many public preschools are located in 07501?
3 public preschools are located in 07501.
What is the racial composition of students in 07501?
07501 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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