For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,024 students in 07930, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07930, NJ are Bragg Elementary School and Black River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07930 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07930, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07930, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bragg Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
250 Route 24
Chester, NJ 07930
(908) 879-5324
Chester, NJ 07930
(908) 879-5324
Grades: 3-5
| 324 students
Rank: #22.
Black River Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
133 Rt. 513 - North Road
Chester, NJ 07930
(908) 879-6363
Chester, NJ 07930
(908) 879-6363
Grades: 6-8
| 330 students
Rank: n/an/a
250 Rt. 24
Chester, NJ 07930
(908) 879-5313
Chester, NJ 07930
(908) 879-5313
Grades: PK-2
| 370 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07930, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07930, NJ include Bragg Elementary School and Black River Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07930?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07930.
What is the racial composition of students in 07930?
07930 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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