For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,193 students in 08048, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 73 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 08048, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08048, NJ are Lumberton Middle School, Bobby's Run Elementary School and Ashbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08048 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08048, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08048, NJ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lumberton Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
30 Dimsdale Drive
Lumberton, NJ 08048
(609) 265-0123
Lumberton, NJ 08048
(609) 265-0123
Grades: 6-8
| 384 students
Rank: #22.
Bobby's Run Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
32 Dimsdale Drive
Lumberton, NJ 08048
(609) 702-5555
Lumberton, NJ 08048
(609) 702-5555
Grades: 2-5
| 448 students
Rank: #33.
Ashbrook Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
33 Municipal Drive
Lumberton, NJ 08048
(609) 518-0030
Lumberton, NJ 08048
(609) 518-0030
Grades: PK-1
| 361 students
08048, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
56 Chestnut Street
Lumberton, NJ 08048
(609) 267-1404
Lumberton, NJ 08048
(609) 267-1404
Grades: PK-2
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08048, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08048, NJ include Lumberton Middle School, Bobby's Run Elementary School and Ashbrook Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08048?
3 public schools are located in 08048.
What percentage of students in 08048 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 08048 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08048?
08048 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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