For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 715 students in 08312, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 08312, NJ is Herma S. Simmons Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 08312 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08312, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08312, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Herma S. Simmons Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 West Chestnut Street
Clayton, NJ 08312
(856) 881-8704
Clayton, NJ 08312
(856) 881-8704
Gr: PK-5 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08312, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08312, NJ include Herma S. Simmons Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08312?
1 public preschools are located in 08312.
What is the racial composition of students in 08312?
08312 public preschools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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