For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 299 students in 07961, NJ (there are 1 private school, serving 208 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 07961, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
Public schools in zipcode 07961 have a diversity score of 0.64, which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 0.72.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07961, NJ Public Schools (2026)
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51 Johnston Drive
Convent Station, NJ 07961
(973) 292-2230
Convent Station, NJ 07961
(973) 292-2230
Gr: K-2 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public schools are located in 07961, NJ?
1 public schools are located in 07961, NJ.
What percentage of students in 07961 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 07961 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07961?
07961 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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