Best Schools in 07079, NJ
07079, NJ has a total of 13 schools including 3 high schools, 3 middle schools and 7 elementary schools. A total of 7,278 students attend 07079, NJ schools. On average, schools in 07079 score 38% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 40% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in 07079 meet expectations.
Best High Schools in 07079, NJ
07079, NJ has 3 high schools with 3,357 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in 07079 score 37% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 32% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in 07079 exceed expectations.
1. Stem Innovation Academy Of The Oranges
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Orange Board Of Education School District • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 162 Students
2. Columbia High School
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South Orange-maplewood School District • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1930 Students
3. Orange High School
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Orange Board Of Education School District • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1265 Students
Best Middle Schools in 07079, NJ
07079, NJ has 3 middle schools with 1,858 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in 07079 score 35% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 42% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in 07079 underperform expectations.
1. South Orange Middle School
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South Orange-maplewood School District • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 770 Students
2. Maplewood Middle School
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South Orange-maplewood School District • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 721 Students
Best Elementary Schools in 07079, NJ
07079, NJ has 7 elementary schools with 2,063 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in 07079 score 46% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 43% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in 07079 exceed expectations.
1. South Mountain Elementary School
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South Orange-maplewood School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 618 Students
2. Clinton Elementary School
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South Orange-maplewood School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 550 Students
3. Heywood Avenue Elementary School
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Orange Board Of Education School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 7 • 367 Students
4. Marshall Elementary School
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South Orange-maplewood School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 2 • 475 Students
5. Our Lady Of Sorrows School
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Our Lady Of Sorrows School • Private • Grades Pre K - 8 • 257 Students
6. South Orange Country Day School
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South Orange Country Day School • Private • Grades Pre K - KG • 63 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in 07079, NJ
Zip-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
07079, NJ has a total population of 18,720 with 37% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 98%, and 77% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in 07079, NJ
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood 07079, NJ.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
19.42 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
2.28 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
17.14 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in 07079, NJ.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for 07079, NJ.
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Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
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