For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,301 students in 08823, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08823, NJ are Franklin Park School and Claremont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08823 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08823, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08823, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Franklin Park School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 Eden Street
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
(732) 297-5666
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
(732) 297-5666
Grades: PK-5
| 635 students
Rank: #22.
Claremont Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
175 Claremont Road
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
(732) 873-0100
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
(732) 873-0100
Grades: PK-5
| 666 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 08823, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08823, NJ include Franklin Park School and Claremont Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08823?
2 public elementary schools are located in 08823.
What is the racial composition of students in 08823?
08823 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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