For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,181 students in 08690, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 714 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 08690, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08690, NJ are Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy, Alexander Elementary School and Langtree Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08690 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08690, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08690, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy
Vocational School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1085 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20 Robert Frost Drive
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4148
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4148
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Langtree Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2080 Whatley Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4157
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4157
Gr: K-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
University Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
645 Paxson Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4167
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4167
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Sayen Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3333 Nottingham Way
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4164
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4164
Gr: K-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Emily C. Reynolds Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2145 Yardville Hamilton Sq
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4162
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4162
Gr: 6-8 | 966 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Hamilton East - Steinert
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Klockner Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4150
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4150
Gr: 9-12 | 1,437 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
Joseph F. Cappello School
Special Education School
1072 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8485
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8485
Gr: PK-3 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Mercer Elementary School
Special Education School
1020 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 570-1120
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 570-1120
Gr: 2-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Mercer High School
Special Education School
1030 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8454
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8454
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
08690, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy/full-time Programs Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Vocational School
1085 Old Trenton Rd
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Gr: 9-12 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Mcvs Performing Arts High School (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
1200 Old Trenton Rd
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-3550
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-3550
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08690, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08690, NJ include Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy, Alexander Elementary School and Langtree Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08690?
10 public schools are located in 08690.
What percentage of students in 08690 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 08690 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08690?
08690 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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