For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 448 students in 07450, NJ (there are 7 private schools, serving 516 private students). 46% of all K-12 students in 07450, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 07450, NJ is Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 07450 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07450, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07450, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
325 West Ridgewood Ave
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
(201) 670-2740
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
(201) 670-2740
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07450, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07450, NJ include Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 07450?
1 public schools are located in 07450.
What percentage of students in 07450 go to public school?
46% of all K-12 students in 07450 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07450?
07450 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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