Top 25 Elementary Schools In New Jersey For 2026

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Why Are Elementary Schools So Important?

Elementary school is where it all begins for our kids! Here in New Jersey, a good elementary school can make a big difference in helping children learn, grow, and get ready for the years ahead.

Of course, it's about more than learning how to read, write, and do math. Kids are also making friends, learning to share, working together, and building confidence along the way. And let's not forget the teachers who help encourage them and make learning fun!

Those early school years help shape who our kids become and give them a strong foundation for middle school, high school, and beyond.

New Jersey has plenty of communities that take pride in their schools, and parents want to know their children are getting a good start.

After all, we all want our kids to succeed, and a great elementary school can help put them on the right path!

What Are New Jersey's Top 25 Elementary Schools for 2026?

According to Patch, here is the latest list of the BEST elementary schools in the Garden State.

25. Berkeley Elementary - Westwood

24. Central School - Haddonfield

23. Wyoming School - Millburn

22. Milltown Primary School - Bridgewater

21. Mount Pleasant Elementary School - Livingston

20. Somerville Elementary School - Ridgewood

19. Franklin Elementary School - Summit

18. Radburn Elementary School - Fair Lawn

17. South Mountain School - Millburn

16. Mount Prospect Elementary School - Basking Ridge

15. Salt Brook School - New Providence

14. Hatikvah International Academy Charter School - East Brunswick

13. Hilldale School - Pine Brook

12. Forrestdale School - Rumson

11. Sara M. Gilmore Academy - Union City

10. Orchard Elementary School - Ridgewood

9. Alexander Hamilton School - Glen Rock

8. H W Mountz Elementary School - Spring Lake

7. Harrison Elementary School - Livingston

6. Princeton Charter School - Princeton

5. Thomas Edison Energysmart Charter School - Somerset

4. Cornelia F. Bradford School - Jersey City

3. Glenwood School - Short Hills

2. Milton Avenue School - Chatham

1. School 28 - Paterson

There is the latest Top 25 list of elementary schools in New Jersey. Personally I was fortunate to have great elementary schools while gowing up in Jersey.

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