For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,192 students in 07081, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 140 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 07081, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 07081, NJ are Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School, James Caldwell Elementary School and Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07081 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07081, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07081, NJ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
666 South Springfield Ave.
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: 3-5
| 245 students
Rank: #22.
James Caldwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
36 Caldwell Place
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: 3-5
| 219 students
Rank: #33.
Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 South Springfield Ave.
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: 6-8
| 518 students
Rank: #44.
Jonathan Dayton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
139 Mountain Ave.
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: 9-12
| 659 students
Rank: n/an/a
Edward V. Walton Primary School
Magnet School
601 Mountain Ave.
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: PK-2
| 551 students
07081, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
S.springfield Ave
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Grades: 6-8
| 478 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 07081, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 07081, NJ include Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School, James Caldwell Elementary School and Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 07081?
5 public schools are located in 07081.
What percentage of students in 07081 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 07081 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07081?
07081 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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