For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 676 students in 07020, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary school in 07020, NJ is Eleanor Van Gelder. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 07020 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07020, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07020, NJ ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eleanor Van Gelder
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
251 Undercliff Ave
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 945-4106
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 945-4106
Grades: 3-6
| 356 students
Rank: n/an/a
801 Undercliff Ave
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 945-4106
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 945-4106
Grades: PK-2
| 320 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07020, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07020, NJ include Eleanor Van Gelder.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07020?
2 public elementary schools are located in 07020.
What is the racial composition of students in 07020?
07020 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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