For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,212 students in River Edge, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in River Edge, NJ are Cherry Hill School and Roosevelt School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
River Edge, NJ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in River Edge have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in River Edge, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cherry Hill School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
410 Bogert Rd
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 261-3405
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 261-3405
Grades: PK-6
| 722 students
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
711 Summit Ave
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 261-1546
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 261-1546
Grades: K-6
| 490 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in River Edge, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in River Edge, NJ include Cherry Hill School and Roosevelt School.
How many public elementary schools are located in River Edge?
2 public elementary schools are located in River Edge.
What is the racial composition of students in River Edge?
River Edge public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in River Edge are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in River Edge include: Roosevelt School vs. Cherry Hill School, Cherry Hill School vs. Roosevelt School
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