For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 447 students in Pittstown, NJ.
The top ranked public schools in Pittstown, NJ are Alexandria Middle School and Lester D. Wilson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pittstown, NJ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Pittstown have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pittstown, NJ (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alexandria Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
557 County Rd. 513, Alexandria
Pittstown, NJ 08867
(908) 996-6811
Pittstown, NJ 08867
(908) 996-6811
Grades: 4-8
| 256 students
Rank: #22.
Lester D. Wilson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
525 County Road 513
Pittstown, NJ 08867
(908) 996-6812
Pittstown, NJ 08867
(908) 996-6812
Grades: PK-3
| 191 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pittstown, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in Pittstown, NJ include Alexandria Middle School and Lester D. Wilson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Pittstown?
2 public schools are located in Pittstown.
What is the racial composition of students in Pittstown?
Pittstown public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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