For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,157 students in 07203, NJ (there are 4 private schools, serving 721 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 07203, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07203, NJ are Harrison Elementary School, Dr. Charles C. Polk School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07203 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07203, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07203, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
310 Harrison Ave
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2052
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2052
Gr: 1-4 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Dr. Charles C. Polk School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Warren St
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2061
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2061
Gr: PK-4 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Washington Avenue
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2072
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2072
Gr: 1-4 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Leonard V Moore Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
720 Locust St
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2047
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2047
Gr: 5-6 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Grace Wilday Junior High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Brooklawn Ave
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2066
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2066
Gr: 7-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Abraham Clark High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
122 East 6th Ave
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2000
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
150 East 3rd Avenue
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2040
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 298-2040
Gr: K | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Raymond J. Lesniak Experience Strength & Hope Recovery High School
Alternative School
121-125 Chestnut Street
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 793-9800
Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 793-9800
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07203, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07203, NJ include Harrison Elementary School, Dr. Charles C. Polk School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 07203?
8 public schools are located in 07203.
What percentage of students in 07203 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 07203 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07203?
07203 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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