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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 07062


At a glance
7
Schools
4,105
Students
2
Districts
Top rankedFrederic W. Cook Elementary School580th of 1,347 New Jersey elementary schools
Biggest riser
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School up 199 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School 5.5 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
3★
2★
0★
2 schools without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The 07062 zip code area in New Jersey is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. While the schools in this area face significant challenges, with most performing below state averages on standardized tests, a few standout institutions stand out for their strong academic performance and student outcomes.

Frederic W. Cook Elementary School is the top performer in the area, with the highest proficiency rates in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade English Language Arts and strong math scores as well. This school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, which may contribute to its success. In contrast, the Plainfield Public School District, which encompasses most of the schools in the 07062 zip code, consistently ranks low in the state and faces significant challenges in providing quality education to its students.

The data also reveals the success of the College Achieve Central Charter School, an alternative school that boasts the highest graduation rate and lowest dropout rate in the area. This school's strong performance on standardized tests, particularly in high school grades, suggests that school type and governance may play a role in driving student outcomes. Overall, the schools in the 07062 zip code area present a complex landscape, with pockets of excellence amidst broader challenges, highlighting the importance of targeted strategies and resource allocation to improve educational opportunities for all students in the community.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Jersey Department of Education.

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