For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,020 students in 07657, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 07657, NJ is Slocum Skewes School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07657 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07657, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07657, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Slocum Skewes School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
650 Prospect Ave
Ridgefield, NJ 07657
(201) 943-4299
Ridgefield, NJ 07657
(201) 943-4299
Gr: 3-8 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
635 Bergen Blvd
Ridgefield, NJ 07657
(201) 943-1861
Ridgefield, NJ 07657
(201) 943-1861
Gr: 1-3 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
455 Shaler Boulevard
Ridgefield, NJ 07657
(201) 313-2476
Ridgefield, NJ 07657
(201) 313-2476
Gr: PK-2 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07657, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07657, NJ include Slocum Skewes School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07657?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07657.
What is the racial composition of students in 07657?
07657 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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