For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,111 students in 07076, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07076, NJ are J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School, Evergreen Elementary School and School One Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07076 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07076, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07076, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
16 Kevin Road
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 757-7555
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 757-7555
Gr: PK-4 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2280 Evergreen Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 889-5331
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 889-5331
Gr: PK-4 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
School One Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
563 Willow Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-7731
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-7731
Gr: PK-4 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
William J. Mcginn Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Roosevelt Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 233-7950
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 233-7950
Gr: K-4 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Howard B. Brunner Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
721 Westfield Road
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 889-2148
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 889-2148
Gr: PK-4 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Terrill Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1301 Terrill Road
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-5215
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-5215
Gr: 5-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #77.
Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
580 Park Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-4445
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-4445
Gr: 5-8 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Union Regional School
Alternative School
1524 Terrill Road
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-1641
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-1641
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 07076, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 07076, NJ include J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School, Evergreen Elementary School and School One Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07076?
8 public elementary schools are located in 07076.
What is the racial composition of students in 07076?
07076 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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