For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,212 students in 07661, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07661, NJ are Cherry Hill School and Roosevelt School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07661 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07661, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07661, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cherry Hill School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
410 Bogert Rd
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 261-3405
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 261-3405
Grades: PK-6
| 722 students
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
711 Summit Ave
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 261-1546
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 261-1546
Grades: K-6
| 490 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07661, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07661, NJ include Cherry Hill School and Roosevelt School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07661?
2 public elementary schools are located in 07661.
What is the racial composition of students in 07661?
07661 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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