For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 978 students in 07028, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 07028, NJ is Ridgewood Avenue School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07028 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07028, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07028, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgewood Avenue School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
235 Ridgewood Ave
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8306
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8306
Gr: 3-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
180 Hillside Ave
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 707-5080
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 707-5080
Gr: PK-2 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
287 Forest Ave
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8308
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8308
Gr: PK-2 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
205 Linden Ave
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8301
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
(973) 429-8301
Gr: PK-2 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07028, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07028, NJ include Ridgewood Avenue School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07028?
4 public elementary schools are located in 07028.
What is the racial composition of students in 07028?
07028 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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