For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,243 students in 08260, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 380 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 08260, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08260, NJ are Crest Memorial School, Margaret Mace Elementary School and Wildwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08260 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08260, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08260, NJ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crest Memorial School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9100 Pacific Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1522
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1522
Grades: PK-8
| 243 students
Rank: #22.
Margaret Mace Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Atlantic Avenue
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1454
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1454
Grades: PK-8
| 169 students
Rank: #33.
Wildwood High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Pacific Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Grades: 9-12
| 263 students
Rank: #44.
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Glenwood & New York Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1630
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1630
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: #55.
Wildwood Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Pacific Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Grades: 6-8
| 172 students
08260, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4300 Pacific Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Grades: 9-12
| 284 students
2502 Central Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1630
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1630
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08260, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08260, NJ include Crest Memorial School, Margaret Mace Elementary School and Wildwood High School.
How many public schools are located in 08260?
5 public schools are located in 08260.
What percentage of students in 08260 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 08260 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08260?
08260 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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