For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 275 students in Rockaway, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in Rockaway, NJ is Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rockaway, NJ public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Rockaway have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Rockaway, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
37 Keller Avenue
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 625-8602
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 625-8602
Gr: PK-3 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rockaway, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Park Lake School (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
72 Academy Street
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-1099
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-1099
Gr: PK-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Rockaway, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in Rockaway, NJ include Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Rockaway?
1 public preschools are located in Rockaway.
What is the racial composition of students in Rockaway?
Rockaway public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Transitioning to High School: A Family Guide
Learn how to prepare for high school with practical tips for families before freshman year, from academics to social readiness.
School Vouchers 2026: Updated Pros and Cons
Explore school vouchers in 2026, including updated pros, cons, policy changes, and what families should know before choosing.
Transitioning to Middle School: Summer Planning Guide
A practical 2026 summer planning guide to help parents support a smooth middle school transition for their child.
