For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 618 students in 08827, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08827, NJ are Union Township Middle School, Union Township Elementary School and Hampton Borough School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08827 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08827, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08827, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Township Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
165 Perryville Road
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 735-5511
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 735-5511
Gr: 4-8 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Union Township Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
149 Perryville Road
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 735-5511
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 735-5511
Gr: PK-3 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Hampton Borough School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
32 41 South Street
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 537-4101
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 537-4101
Gr: PK-5 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08827, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08827, NJ include Union Township Middle School, Union Township Elementary School and Hampton Borough School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08827?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08827.
What is the racial composition of students in 08827?
08827 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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