For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 963 students in 07981, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07981, NJ are Salem Drive School, Bee Meadow School and Memorial Junior School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 07981 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 07981, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07981, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem Drive School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29 Salem Drive
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2440
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2440
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Bee Meadow School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
120 Reynolds Avenue
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2419
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2419
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Memorial Junior School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
61 Highland Avenue
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2427
Whippany, NJ 07981
(973) 515-2427
Gr: 6-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 07981, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 07981, NJ include Salem Drive School, Bee Meadow School and Memorial Junior School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 07981?
3 public elementary schools are located in 07981.
What is the racial composition of students in 07981?
07981 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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