- Central Elementary School — 0.5 mi · Grades 2–5 · 439 students
- East Hanover Middle School — 0.7 mi · Grades 6–8 · 325 students
- Frank J Smith Elementary — 0.8 mi · Grades PK–1 · 239 students
| Metric | East Hanover Township School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 972 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $27,945/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 59% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Hanover Township School District (this district) | 9/10 | 85th | 972 |
| West Essex Regional School District | 8/10 | 71st | 1,663 |
| Livingston Public Schools | 10/10 | 95th | 6,371 |
| Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District | 8/10 | 79th | 7,067 |
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Ranked against 582 rated districts in NJ → 85th percentile → 9/10.
Source: New Jersey Dept. of Education NJSLA, grades 3–8 Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About East Hanover Township School District
East Hanover Township School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 07936 in East Hanover, New Jersey. Serving students from Pre-K – 8th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 07936. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates East Hanover Township School District 9 out of 10 — top-tier among New Jersey public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in New Jersey’s NJSLA grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because New Jersey is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
East Hanover Township School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in New Jersey on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 07936 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 07936
Children in zip code 07936 are assigned to East Hanover Township School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 8th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 07936, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact East Hanover Township School District at (973)887-2112 or visit www.easthanoverschools.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New Jersey districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in East Hanover
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because East Hanover Township School District serves zip code 07936, homes in and around zip code 07936 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New Jersey, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support East Hanover Township School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 07936.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with East Hanover Township School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 07936 data.