For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 963 students in Whippany, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Whippany, NJ are Salem Drive School, Bee Meadow School and Memorial Junior School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Whippany, NJ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Whippany have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Whippany, NJ (2025)
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
| 236 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: PK-5
| 301 students
Rank: #33.
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
| 426 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Whippany, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Whippany, NJ include Salem Drive School, Bee Meadow School and Memorial Junior School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Whippany?
3 public elementary schools are located in Whippany.
What is the racial composition of students in Whippany?
Whippany public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Whippany are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Whippany include: Bee Meadow School vs. Salem Drive School, Salem Drive School vs. Bee Meadow School
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