For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,227 students in 07438, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07438, NJ are White Rock Elementary School, Paradise Knoll Elementary School and Jefferson Township Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07438 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07438, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07438, NJ Public Elementary 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.
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: #33.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07438, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07438, NJ include White Rock Elementary School, Paradise Knoll Elementary School and Jefferson Township Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07438?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07438.
What is the racial composition of students in 07438?
07438 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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