For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 8,494 students in 08820, NJ (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,617 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 08820, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08820, NJ are James Madison Intermediate School, John Adams Middle School and Martin Luther King Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08820 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08820, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08820, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James Madison Intermediate School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
838 New Dover Road
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2960
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2960
Grades: 3-5
| 586 students
Rank: #22.
John Adams Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1081 New Dover Road
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2920
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2920
Grades: 6-8
| 1,009 students
Rank: #33.
Martin Luther King Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
285 Tingley Lane
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2980
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2980
Grades: K-5
| 611 students
Rank: #44.
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
50 Woodrow Wilson Drive
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2870
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2870
Grades: 6-8
| 1,204 students
Rank: #55.
Woodbrook Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
15 Robin Road
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2901
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2901
Grades: K-5
| 885 students
Rank: #66.
Menlo Park Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 Monroe Avenue
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2910
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2910
Grades: K-5
| 827 students
Rank: #77.
John P. Stevens High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
855 Grove Avenue
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2800
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2800
Grades: 9-12
| 2,675 students
Rank: n/an/a
838 New Dover Rd
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2939
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2939
Grades: PK-K
| 193 students
Rank: n/an/a
840 New Dover Road
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2990
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2990
Grades: K-2
| 504 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08820, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08820, NJ include James Madison Intermediate School, John Adams Middle School and Martin Luther King Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08820?
9 public schools are located in 08820.
What percentage of students in 08820 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 08820 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08820?
08820 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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