For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,025 students in 08812, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 08812, NJ are Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School and John P. Faber Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08812 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08812, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08812, NJ Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
105 Andrew Street
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 968-1052
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 968-1052
Gr: PK-4 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
John P. Faber Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 High Street
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 400-5900
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 400-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08812, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08812, NJ include Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School and John P. Faber Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08812?
2 public preschools are located in 08812.
What is the racial composition of students in 08812?
08812 public preschools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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