Best 07747 New Jersey Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,417 students in 07747, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 07747, NJ are Strathmore Elementary School and Ravine Drive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07747 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07747, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 07747, NJ Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Strathmore Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
282 Church Street
Matawan, NJ 07747
(732) 705-5900
Gr: PK-3 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Ravine Drive Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
170 Ravine Drive
Matawan, NJ 07747
(732) 705-5800
Gr: PK-3 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
One Crest Way
Matawan, NJ 07747
(732) 705-4000
Gr: PK-K | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
Cheesequake School
111 Highway 34
Matawan, NJ 07747
(732) 525-5200
Gr: PK | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 75%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 07747, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07747, NJ include Strathmore Elementary School and Ravine Drive Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 07747?
4 public preschools are located in 07747.
What is the racial composition of students in 07747?
07747 public preschools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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