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Best 08234 New Jersey Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 5,381 students in 08234, NJ.

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08234, NJ are Swift-slaybaugh Complex, Fernwood Avenue Middle School and Dr. Joyanne D. Miller Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public elementary schools in zipcode 08234 have an score of 27% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08234, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08234, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Swift-slaybaugh Complex

(Math: 45% | Reading: 33%)
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11 Swift Avenue
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(609) 927-8222

Gr: PK-3 | 1,414 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%

Rank: #22.

Fernwood Avenue Middle School

(Math: 25% | Reading: 48%)
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4034 Fernwood Avenue
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(609) 383-3355

Gr: 6-8 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Rank: #33.

Dr. Joyanne D. Miller Elementary School

(Math: 28% | Reading: 39%)
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2 Alder Avenue
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(609) 407-2500

Gr: 4-5 | 1,038 student Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%

Rank: #44.

Alder Avenue Middle School

(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
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25 Alder Avenue
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(609) 383-3366

Gr: 6-8 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Rank: #55.

Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School

(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
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2499 Spruce Avenue
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(609) 645-3550

Gr: K-3 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%

Rank: #66.

Principle Academy Charter School

Charter School

(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
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6718 E Black Horse Pike, Suite
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(609) 498-6350

Gr: K-6 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 08234 New Jersey

08234, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Atlantic Transitional Education Center (Closed 2014)

Alternative School

2562 Tilton Road
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(609) 645-6748

Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Minority enrollment: 94%

H. Russel Swift Elementary School (Closed 2023)

5 Swift Drive
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(609) 927-4141

Gr: K-3 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%

Project Teach - Atlantic Elementary School (Closed 2014)

Alternative School

2562 Tilton Road
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(609) 645-6748

Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08234, NJ?

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08234, NJ include Swift-slaybaugh Complex, Fernwood Avenue Middle School and Dr. Joyanne D. Miller Elementary School.

How many public elementary schools are located in 08234?

6 public elementary schools are located in 08234.

What is the racial composition of students in 08234?

08234 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).