For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 717 students in 07020, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 180 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 07020, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public 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.
Public schools in zipcode 07020 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07020, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07020, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 3-6 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
801 Undercliff Ave
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 945-4106
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 945-4106
Gr: PK-2 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07020, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07020, NJ include Eleanor Van Gelder.
How many public schools are located in 07020?
2 public schools are located in 07020.
What percentage of students in 07020 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 07020 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07020?
07020 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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