For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,522 students in 07203, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 07203 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07203, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07203, NJ Public Elementary 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07203, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07203, NJ include Harrison Elementary School, Dr. Charles C. Polk School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07203?
4 public elementary schools are located in 07203.
What is the racial composition of students in 07203?
07203 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% 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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