For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,537 students in 07081, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 07081 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07081, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07081, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
666 South Springfield Ave.
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Gr: 3-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
James Caldwell Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
36 Caldwell Place
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Gr: 3-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 South Springfield Ave.
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Gr: 6-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
601 Mountain Ave.
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 376-1025
Gr: PK-3 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07081, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07081, NJ include Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School, James Caldwell Elementary School and Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07081?
4 public elementary schools are located in 07081.
What is the racial composition of students in 07081?
07081 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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