Best 07009 New Jersey Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 658 students in 07009, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 07009, NJ are North End Elementary School and South End Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07009 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07009, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 07009, NJ Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North End Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
122 Stevens Avenue
Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
(973) 256-1454
Gr: PK-4 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
South End Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
116 Harper Terrace
Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
(973) 239-2116
Gr: PK-4 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 07009, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07009, NJ include North End Elementary School and South End Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 07009?
2 public preschools are located in 07009.
What is the racial composition of students in 07009?
07009 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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