For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,106 students in 07524, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07524, NJ are School 18 and School 10. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07524 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07524, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07524, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
School 18
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
51 E 18th Street
Paterson, NJ 07524
(973) 321-0180
Paterson, NJ 07524
(973) 321-0180
Gr: 1-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
School 10
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
48 Mercer Street
Paterson, NJ 07524
(973) 321-0100
Paterson, NJ 07524
(973) 321-0100
Gr: K-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07524, NJ?
How many public elementary schools are located in 07524?
2 public elementary schools are located in 07524.
What is the racial composition of students in 07524?
07524 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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