For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,814 students in 08840, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08840, NJ are Edgar Middle School, Campbell Elementary School and Menlo Park Terrace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08840 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08840, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08840, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edgar Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
49 Brunswick Avenue
Metuchen, NJ 08840
(732) 321-8770
Metuchen, NJ 08840
(732) 321-8770
Grades: 5-8
| 765 students
Rank: #22.
Campbell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24 Durham Avenue
Metuchen, NJ 08840
(732) 321-8777
Metuchen, NJ 08840
(732) 321-8777
Grades: 1-4
| 689 students
Rank: #33.
Menlo Park Terrace Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19 Maryknoll Road
Metuchen, NJ 08840
(732) 596-4147
Metuchen, NJ 08840
(732) 596-4147
Grades: K-5
| 360 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 08840, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08840, NJ include Edgar Middle School, Campbell Elementary School and Menlo Park Terrace Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08840?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08840.
What is the racial composition of students in 08840?
08840 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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