For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,610 students in 07981, NJ (there are 6 private schools, serving 360 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 07981, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 07981, NJ are Salem Drive School, Bee Meadow School and Whippany Park High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07981 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07981, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07981, NJ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salem Drive School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29 Salem Drive
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2440
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2440
Grades: K-5
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
Bee Meadow School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
120 Reynolds Avenue
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2419
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2419
Grades: K-5
| 287 students
Rank: #33.
Whippany Park High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
165 Whippany Road
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 887-3004
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 887-3004
Grades: 9-12
| 615 students
Rank: #44.
Memorial Junior School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
61 Highland Avenue
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2427
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2427
Grades: 6-8
| 471 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 07981, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 07981, NJ include Salem Drive School, Bee Meadow School and Whippany Park High School.
How many public schools are located in 07981, NJ?
4 public schools are located in 07981, NJ.
What percentage of students in 07981, NJ go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 07981, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07981, NJ?
07981, NJ public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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