For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,542 students in 07981, NJ (there are 7 private schools, serving 479 private students). 76% 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 51% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), 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 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07981, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Whippany Park High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
165 Whippany Road
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 887-3004
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 887-3004
Gr: 9-12 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Memorial Junior School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
61 Highland Avenue
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2427
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2427
Gr: 6-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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?
4 public schools are located in 07981.
What percentage of students in 07981 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 07981 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07981?
07981 public schools minority enrollment is 34% 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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