For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 787 students in 07042, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 07042, NJ is Bradford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07042 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07042, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07042, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bradford Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
87 Mt Hebron Rd
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4155
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4155
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
32 Cedar Ave
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4222
Montclair, NJ 07042
(973) 509-4222
Gr: PK-2 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 07042, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07042, NJ include Bradford Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 07042?
2 public preschools are located in 07042.
What is the racial composition of students in 07042?
07042 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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