Best 07974 New Jersey Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,315 students in 07974, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07974, NJ are Salt Brook School and Allen W. Roberts School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07974 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07974, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 07974, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salt Brook School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
40 Maple St
New Providence, NJ 07974
(908) 464-7100
Gr: K-6 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Allen W. Roberts School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
80 Jones Dr
New Providence, NJ 07974
(908) 464-4707
Gr: PK-6 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Developmental Learning Center New Providence
Special Education School
330 Central Avenue
New Providence, NJ 07974
(908) 508-1345
Gr: PK-9 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 75%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07974, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07974, NJ include Salt Brook School and Allen W. Roberts School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07974?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07974.
What is the racial composition of students in 07974?
07974 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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