For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,032 students in 08501, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 198 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 08501, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08501, NJ are Newell Elementary School, Stonebridge Middle School and Allentown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08501 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08501, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08501, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27 High Street
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Gr: PK-4 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Stonebridge Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1252 Yardville-allentown Road
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Gr: 5-8 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Allentown High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
27 High Street
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Gr: 9-12 | 1,043 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08501, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08501, NJ include Newell Elementary School, Stonebridge Middle School and Allentown High School.
How many public schools are located in 08501?
3 public schools are located in 08501.
What percentage of students in 08501 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 08501 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08501?
08501 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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