For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,955 students in 07080, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07080, NJ are John F Kennedy Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School and John E Riley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07080 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07080, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07080, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2900 Norwood Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Grades: PK-4
| 287 students
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
135 Jackson Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Grades: PK-4
| 475 students
Rank: #33.
John E Riley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Morris Ave
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Grades: PK-4
| 381 students
Rank: #44.
Grant Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
305 Cromwell Place
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Grades: 5-6
| 530 students
Rank: #55.
Franklin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Franklin Ave
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Grades: PK-4
| 282 students
07080, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
125 Jackson Street
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Grades: PK
| 173 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07080, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07080, NJ include John F Kennedy Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School and John E Riley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07080?
5 public elementary schools are located in 07080.
What is the racial composition of students in 07080?
07080 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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