For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,151 students in 07080, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 07080, NJ are Roosevelt Elementary School, John F Kennedy Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07080 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07080, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07080, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
135 Jackson Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Gr: PK-4 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2900 Norwood Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Gr: PK-4 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Franklin Ave
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Gr: PK-4 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
312 Walter Street
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Gr: PK | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
07080, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
125 Jackson Street
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 754-4620
Gr: PK | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 07080, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07080, NJ include Roosevelt Elementary School, John F Kennedy Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 07080?
4 public preschools are located in 07080.
What is the racial composition of students in 07080?
07080 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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