For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 6,065 students in 07090, NJ (there are 14 private schools, serving 1,828 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 07090, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07090, NJ are Washington Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07090 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07090, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07090, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
900 St. Marks Avenue
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4600
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4600
Gr: 1-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1200 Boulevard
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4490
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4490
Gr: 1-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700 Prospect Street
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4590
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4590
Gr: 1-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 Linden Avenue
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4605
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4605
Gr: 1-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #55.
Westfield Senior High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
550 Dorian Road
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4500
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,776 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #66.
Tamaques Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
641 Willow Grove Road
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4580
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4580
Gr: 1-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #77.
Roosevelt Intermediate School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 Clark Street
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4560
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4560
Gr: 6-8 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #88.
Thomas Edison Intermediate School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Rahway Avenue
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4470
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4470
Gr: 6-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #99.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 First Street
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4555
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4555
Gr: 1-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #1010.
Hillcrest Academy-south
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1571 Lamberts Mill Road
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 654-8558
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 654-8558
Gr: 9-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Crossroads School
Special Education School
45 Cardinal Drive
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 232-6655
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 232-6655
Gr: PK-8 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Lamberts Mill Academy
Special Education School
1571 Lamberts Mill Road
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 233-7581
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 233-7581
Gr: 6-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
728 Westfield Avenue
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4455
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 789-4455
Gr: PK-K | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Westlake
Special Education School
1571 Lamberts Mill Rd
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 232-4181
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 232-4181
Gr: 4-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
07090, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Centennial High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
728 Westfield Ave.
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 654-8558
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 654-8558
Gr: Inquire with school | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07090, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07090, NJ include Washington Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 07090?
14 public schools are located in 07090.
What percentage of students in 07090 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 07090 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07090?
07090 public schools minority enrollment is 29% 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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