For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 451 students in Roseland, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 181 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in Roseland, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Roseland, NJ is Lester C Noecker. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Roseland, NJ public school have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Roseland have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Roseland, NJ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lester C Noecker
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Passaic Ave
Roseland, NJ 07068
(973) 226-7644
Roseland, NJ 07068
(973) 226-7644
Gr: PK-6 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Roseland, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in Roseland, NJ include Lester C Noecker.
How many public schools are located in Roseland?
1 public schools are located in Roseland.
What percentage of students in Roseland go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in Roseland are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Roseland?
Roseland public schools minority enrollment is 37% 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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