For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,737 students in 08816, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08816, NJ are Hatikvah International Academy Charter School and Churchill Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 08816 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08816, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08816, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hatikvah International Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7 Lexington Avenue
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
(732) 254-8300
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
(732) 254-8300
Gr: K-8 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Churchill Junior High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18 Norton Road
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
(732) 353-0915
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
(732) 353-0915
Gr: 7-9 | 2,080 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 08816, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08816, NJ include Hatikvah International Academy Charter School and Churchill Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08816?
2 public middle schools are located in 08816.
What is the racial composition of students in 08816?
08816 public middle schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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