For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,356 students in 08823, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 08823, NJ are Franklin Park School and Claremont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08823 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08823, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08823, NJ Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Park School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 Eden Street
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
(732) 297-5666
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
(732) 297-5666
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Claremont Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
175 Claremont Road
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
(732) 873-0100
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
(732) 873-0100
Gr: PK-5 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08823, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08823, NJ include Franklin Park School and Claremont Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08823?
2 public preschools are located in 08823.
What is the racial composition of students in 08823?
08823 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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