For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 748 students in 07092, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 47 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 07092, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 07092, NJ is Deerfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07092 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07092, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07092, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Deerfield Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
302 Central Avenue
Mountainside, NJ 07092
(908) 232-8828
Mountainside, NJ 07092
(908) 232-8828
Grades: 3-8
| 488 students
Rank: n/an/a
1497 Woodacres Dr
Mountainside, NJ 07092
(908) 301-9104
Mountainside, NJ 07092
(908) 301-9104
Grades: PK-2
| 260 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 07092, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 07092, NJ include Deerfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 07092?
2 public schools are located in 07092.
What percentage of students in 07092 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 07092 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07092?
07092 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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