Best 07078 New Jersey Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,153 students in 07078, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07078, NJ are Deerfield School, Glenwood School and Hartshorn School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07078 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07078, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Best 07078, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deerfield School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
26 Troy Lane
Short Hills, NJ 07078
(973) 379-4843
Gr: K-4 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Glenwood School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
325 Taylor Road South
Short Hills, NJ 07078
(973) 379-7576
Gr: K-4 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Hartshorn School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
400 Hartshorn Drive
Short Hills, NJ 07078
(973) 379-7550
Gr: K-4 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07078, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07078, NJ include Deerfield School, Glenwood School and Hartshorn School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07078?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07078.
What is the racial composition of students in 07078?
07078 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

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