For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 4,379 students in 07036, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07036, NJ are Number 9, Number 10 and Number 5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07036 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07036, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07036, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Number 9
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Deerfield Terrace
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-5164
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-5164
Grades: PK-5
| 315 students
Rank: #22.
Number 10
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Highland Avenue
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-2043
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-2043
Grades: PK-5
| 234 students
Rank: #33.
Number 5
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1014 Bower Street
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-2666
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-2666
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
Rank: #44.
Number 4
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1602 Dill Avenue
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-3286
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-3286
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
Rank: #55.
Number 8
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 West Blancke St.
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 862-4397
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 862-4397
Grades: PK-5
| 321 students
Rank: #66.
Number 6
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19 East Morris Ave.
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 862-3003
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 862-3003
Grades: PK-5
| 328 students
Rank: #77.
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 East Henry St.
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-0550
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-0550
Grades: 6-8
| 679 students
Rank: #88.
Myles J. Mcmanus Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Edgewood Road
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-7751
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-7751
Grades: 6-8
| 707 students
Rank: #99.
Number 1
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
728 North Wood Ave.
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-2668
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-2668
Grades: PK-5
| 392 students
Rank: #1010.
Winfield Township
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7 1/2 Gulfstream Avenue
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-7410
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 486-7410
Grades: PK-8
| 143 students
Rank: #1111.
Number 2
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 South Wood Avenue
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 862-3287
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 862-3287
Grades: PK-5
| 555 students
07036, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Union County Jdc High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1075 Edward Street
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 523-1590
Linden, NJ 07036
(908) 523-1590
Grades: 8-11
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07036, NJ?
How many public elementary schools are located in 07036, NJ?
11 public elementary schools are located in 07036, NJ.
What is the racial composition of students in 07036, NJ?
07036, NJ public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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