For the 2025 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 61% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 34%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 61% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 650 students
Rank: n/an/a
358 Clark Street
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 762-5600
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 762-5600
Grades: PK
| 96 students
07079, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
112 Glenview Road
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-2801
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-2801
Grades: K-1
| n/a students
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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