For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,679 students in 07442, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 199 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 07442, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07442, NJ are Lincoln School, Lakeside School and Lenox School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07442 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07442, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07442, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
40 Mill Street
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Lakeside School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
316 Lakeside Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Lenox School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35 Lenox Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Pompton Lakes High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
44 Lakeside Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
07442, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
35 Lenox Ave
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 839-3777
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 839-3777
Gr: K-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07442, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07442, NJ include Lincoln School, Lakeside School and Lenox School.
How many public schools are located in 07442?
4 public schools are located in 07442.
What percentage of students in 07442 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 07442 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07442?
07442 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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