For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,543 students in 07081, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07081, NJ are Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School, James Caldwell Elementary School and Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07081 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07081, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07081, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
666 South Springfield Ave.
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: 3-5
| 275 students
Rank: #22.
James Caldwell Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
36 Caldwell Place
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: 3-5
| 233 students
Rank: #33.
Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 South Springfield Ave.
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: 6-8
| 494 students
Rank: n/an/a
601 Mountain Ave.
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: PK-2
| 541 students
07081, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
S.springfield Ave
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: 6-8
| 478 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07081, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07081, NJ include Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School, James Caldwell Elementary School and Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07081?
4 public elementary schools are located in 07081.
What is the racial composition of students in 07081?
07081 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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