For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,102 students in 08690, NJ.
The top ranked public middle school in 08690, NJ is Emily C. Reynolds Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 08690 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08690, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08690, NJ Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Emily C. Reynolds Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2145 Yardville Hamilton Sq
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4162
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4162
Grades: 6-8
| 957 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mercer Elementary School
Special Education School
1020 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 570-1120
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 570-1120
Grades: 2-8
| 145 students
08690, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy/full-time Programs Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Vocational School
1085 Old Trenton Rd
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Grades: 9-12
| 178 students
Mcvs Performing Arts High School (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
1200 Old Trenton Rd
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-3550
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-3550
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 08690, NJ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 08690, NJ include Emily C. Reynolds Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08690?
2 public middle schools are located in 08690.
What is the racial composition of students in 08690?
08690 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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