For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 746 students in 07079, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 07079, NJ is South Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07079 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07079, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07079, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
444 West South Orange Ave
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-5216
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-5216
Gr: PK-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
358 Clark Street
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 762-5600
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 762-5600
Gr: PK | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
07079, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 07079, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07079, NJ include South Mountain Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 07079?
2 public preschools are located in 07079.
What is the racial composition of students in 07079?
07079 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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