For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 479 students in 08406, NJ.
The top ranked public schools in 08406, NJ are Ventnor Middle School and Ventnor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08406 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08406, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08406, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ventnor Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Ventnor Educational Community,
Ventnor City, NJ 08406
(609) 487-7900
Ventnor City, NJ 08406
(609) 487-7900
Grades: 5-8
| 177 students
Rank: #22.
Ventnor Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 N Lafayette Avenue
Ventnor City, NJ 08406
(609) 487-7900
Ventnor City, NJ 08406
(609) 487-7900
Grades: PK-4
| 302 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08406, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08406, NJ include Ventnor Middle School and Ventnor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08406?
2 public schools are located in 08406.
What is the racial composition of students in 08406?
08406 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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