For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 391 students in Watchung, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in Watchung, NJ is Bayberry School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Watchung, NJ public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Watchung have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Watchung, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bayberry School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
113 Bayberry Lane
Watchung, NJ 07069
(908) 755-8184
Watchung, NJ 07069
(908) 755-8184
Gr: PK-4 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Watchung, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in Watchung, NJ include Bayberry School.
How many public preschools are located in Watchung?
1 public preschools are located in Watchung.
What is the racial composition of students in Watchung?
Watchung public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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