For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,004 students in 08034, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08034, NJ are A. Russell Knight Elementary School, Thomas Paine Elementary School and Kingston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08034 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08034, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08034, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A. Russell Knight Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
140 Old Carriage Rd.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 428-0830
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 428-0830
Gr: K-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Thomas Paine Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4001 Church Rd.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-1350
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-1350
Gr: K-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Kingston Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
320 Kingston Rd.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-0986
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-0986
Gr: K-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
James Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Kresson Rd.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 428-8848
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 428-8848
Gr: K-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
Clara Barton Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
223 Rhode Island Ave.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-3303
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-3303
Gr: K-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
John A. Carusi Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
315 Roosevelt Dr.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-1220
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-1220
Gr: 6-8 | 884 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08034, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08034, NJ include A. Russell Knight Elementary School, Thomas Paine Elementary School and Kingston Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08034?
6 public elementary schools are located in 08034.
What is the racial composition of students in 08034?
08034 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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