For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,663 students in Riverside, NJ.
The top ranked public preschools in Riverside, NJ are Riverside Elementary School and M. Joan Pearson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riverside, NJ public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Riverside have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Riverside, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
112 E Washington Street
Riverside, NJ 08075
(856) 461-1255
Riverside, NJ 08075
(856) 461-1255
Grades: PK-5
| 770 students
Rank: #22.
M. Joan Pearson Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Burlington Ave
Riverside, NJ 08075
(856) 461-1976
Riverside, NJ 08075
(856) 461-1976
Grades: PK-5
| 231 students
Rank: n/an/a
282 Conrow Road
Riverside, NJ 08075
(856) 461-2900
Riverside, NJ 08075
(856) 461-2900
Grades: PK-2
| 662 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Riverside, NJ?
The top ranked public preschools in Riverside, NJ include Riverside Elementary School and M. Joan Pearson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Riverside?
3 public preschools are located in Riverside.
What is the racial composition of students in Riverside?
Riverside public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Navigating Special Needs Education: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Educators
We explore special needs in children, including learning disabilities, autism, and ADHD. We suggest some insights on diagnosis, support strategies, and educational approaches, empowering parents and educators to provide effective assistance to children with special needs.
Texas Schools: The Voucher/School Choice Debate
The issue of school choice and a voucher system is currently being revisited in Houston and across the state of Texas, with strong opinions on both sides of the debate.
Fuel Up to Play 60 Focuses on Integrating Fitness and Wellness into the School Day
What if NFL players came to your school? With the Fuel Up to Play 60 program, sponsored by the National Dairy Council and the NFL, nutrition and exercise are promoted during the school day. NFL players participate in the program by coming to schools and talking to students about fitness. Learn more about the program and some of the schools that are implementing it.