For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,147 students in 07079, NJ (there are 4 private schools, serving 501 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 07079, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07079, NJ are Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges, South Mountain Elementary School and South Orange Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07079 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07079, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07079, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
445 Scotland Road
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 677-4190
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 677-4190
Gr: 9-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #22.
South Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
444 West South Orange Ave
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-5216
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-5216
Gr: K-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
South Orange Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
70 North Ridgewood Road
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-2772
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-2772
Gr: 6-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
262 Grove Rd
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-7698
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-7698
Gr: K-4 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
358 Clark Street
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 762-5600
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 762-5600
Gr: PK | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
07079, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07079, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07079, NJ include Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges, South Mountain Elementary School and South Orange Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 07079?
5 public schools are located in 07079.
What percentage of students in 07079 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 07079 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07079?
07079 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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