For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public preschools serving 7,281 students in 07104, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 07104, NJ are Branch Brook School, Park Elementary School and Ridge Street School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07104 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07104, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07104, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Branch Brook School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
228 Ridge St
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5220
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5220
Gr: PK-4 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
120 Manchester Place
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5210
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5210
Gr: PK-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Ridge Street School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
735 Ridge St
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5210
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5210
Gr: PK-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Salome Urena Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
284 First Avenue
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 733-8280
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 733-8280
Gr: PK-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Colonnade Pl
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5270
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5270
Gr: PK-8 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Elliott Street Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
721 Summer Avenue
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5360
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5360
Gr: PK-8 | 880 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
42 Park Ave
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5250
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5250
Gr: PK-8 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Roberto Clemente Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
257 Summer Ave
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5290
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5290
Gr: PK-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Luis Munoz Marin Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
663 Broadway
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5330
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5330
Gr: PK-8 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Dr. E. Alma Flagg School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 Third St
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5190
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 268-5190
Gr: PK-8 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1111.
Rafael Hernandez School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
345 Broadway
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 481-5004
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 481-5004
Gr: PK-8 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 07104, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07104, NJ include Branch Brook School, Park Elementary School and Ridge Street School.
How many public preschools are located in 07104?
11 public preschools are located in 07104.
What is the racial composition of students in 07104?
07104 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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