For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,260 students in 07438, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 180 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 07438, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07438, NJ are White Rock Elementary School, Academy For Environmental Science and Paradise Knoll Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07438 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07438, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07438, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Rock Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2 Francine Place
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-2414
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-2414
Gr: 1-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Academy For Environmental Science
Vocational School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1010 Weldon Road
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-3535
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-3535
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Paradise Knoll Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
103 Paradise Road
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-1706
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-1706
Gr: K-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Township Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Weldon Road
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-1980
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-1980
Gr: 6-8 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Township High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1010 Weldon Rd Rd2
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-3535
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-3535
Gr: 9-12 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
205 Cozy Lake Road
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-4777
Oak Ridge, NJ 07438
(973) 697-4777
Gr: PK-K | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07438, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07438, NJ include White Rock Elementary School, Academy For Environmental Science and Paradise Knoll Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 07438?
6 public schools are located in 07438.
What percentage of students in 07438 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 07438 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07438?
07438 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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