For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 252 students in 08008, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08008, NJ are Beach Haven School and Long Beach Island Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08008 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08008, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08008, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beach Haven School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 North Beach Ave.
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 492-7411
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 492-7411
Gr: PK-6 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Long Beach Island Grade School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 West 20th Street
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 494-8851
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 494-8851
Gr: 3-6 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
200 S. Barnegat Avenue
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 494-2341
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 494-2341
Gr: PK-2 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08008, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08008, NJ include Beach Haven School and Long Beach Island Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08008?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08008.
What is the racial composition of students in 08008?
08008 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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