Top-Ranked Public Elementary Schools in Bergen County for 2025

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, if you’re looking for the best public elementary schools in New Jersey, Bergen County is home to some of the top-ranked schools in the state, according to new rankings from Niche.com.

Why Bergen County Stands Out in Education

Niche’s rankings are based on a comprehensive analysis of academic performance, student life, and school quality, incorporating:
✅ U.S. Department of Education data
✅ Standardized test scores
✅ College admissions data
✅ Reviews from millions of students and parents

With strong academic programs, dedicated teachers, and enriching learning environments, it’s no surprise that Bergen County’s schools rank among the best.

Top 20 Public Elementary Schools in Bergen County

📌 Ridgewood schools dominated the list, with six schools in the top 20, followed by Tenafly with four schools.

Here’s how Bergen County schools ranked:

20. Upper School (Englewood Cliffs)
19. Roosevelt Elementary School (River Edge)
18. Lyncrest Elementary (Fair Lawn)
17. Luther Lee Emerson (Demarest)
16. Haworth Public School
15. Travell Elementary (Ridgewood)
14. Ho-Ho-Kus Public School
13. Somerville Elementary School (Ridgewood)
12. J. Spencer Smith Elementary (Tenafly)
11. Walter Stillman Elementary (Tenafly)
10. Ralph S. Maugham Elementary (Tenafly)
9. Malcom S. Mackay Elementary (Tenafly)
8. Edith A. Bogert Elementary School (Upper Saddle River)
7. Willard Elementary School (Ridgewood)
6. Ridge Elementary School (Ridgewood)
5. Wandell School (Saddle River)
4. Cherry Hill School (River Edge)
3. Hawes Elementary School (Ridgewood)
2. Orchard Elementary School (Ridgewood)
🏆 1. Alpine Elementary School (Ranked #1 in Bergen County)

Explore the Full Rankings

📍 Check out the complete list of Bergen County’s top elementary schools here.
📍 See the best public elementary schools in New Jersey here.

Are you considering a move to Bergen County for its top-rated schools? Share your thoughts in the comments!

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