For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,429 students in 08009, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 200 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 08009, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08009, NJ are Berlin Community School and Winslow Township Elementary School Five. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08009 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08009, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08009, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Berlin Community School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
215 S Franklin Ave
Berlin, NJ 08009
(856) 767-0129
Berlin, NJ 08009
(856) 767-0129
Gr: PK-8 | 853 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Winslow Township Elementary School Five
(Math: 20% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
130 Oak Leaf Road
Berlin, NJ 08009
(609) 728-9445
Berlin, NJ 08009
(609) 728-9445
Gr: 4-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08009, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08009, NJ include Berlin Community School and Winslow Township Elementary School Five.
How many public schools are located in 08009?
2 public schools are located in 08009.
What percentage of students in 08009 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 08009 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08009?
08009 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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