Top 10 Best 08610 New Jersey Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,498 students in 08610, NJ (there are 5 private schools, serving 809 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 08610, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08610, NJ are Pace Charter School Of Hamilton, Robinson Elementary School and Mcgalliard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08610 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08610, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08610, NJ Public Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pace Charter School Of Hamilton
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
52 Lafayette Ave
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 599-1212
Grades: K-8
| 439 students
Rank: #22.
Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
495 Gropp Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4163
Grades: K-5
| 397 students
Rank: #33.
Mcgalliard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1600 Arena Drive
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4158
Grades: K-5
| 280 students
Rank: #44.
Albert E Grice Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
901 Whitehorse Hamilton Sq
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4152
Grades: 6-8
| 967 students
Rank: #55.
Kisthardt Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
215 Harcourt Drive
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4153
Grades: PK-5
| 242 students
Rank: #66.
George E. Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Park Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4169
Grades: PK-5
| 469 students
Rank: #77.
Hamilton West-watson
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2720 South Clinton Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4168
Grades: 9-12
| 1,348 students
Rank: #88.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
200 William Street
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-4720
Grades: K-3
| 349 students
Rank: #99.
Lalor Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
25 Barnt Deklyn Road
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4156
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Rank: #1010.
Dunn Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
401 Dayton Street
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-4700
Grades: 7-8
| 670 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 08610 New Jersey

08610, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1733 S. Broad St.
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 392-5563
Grades: 6-12
| 14 students
White Horse School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
52 Lafayette Street
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-0223
Grades: Inquire with school
| 90 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 08610, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08610, NJ include Pace Charter School Of Hamilton, Robinson Elementary School and Mcgalliard Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08610?
10 public schools are located in 08610.
What percentage of students in 08610 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 08610 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08610?
08610 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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