For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 612 students in 08701, NJ.
Public preschools in zipcode 08701 have a diversity score of 0.37, which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 0.71.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08701, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: n/an/a
100 Linden Ave
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 905-3626
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 905-3626
Gr: PK-K | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
1141 E County Line Road
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 905-3566
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 905-3566
Gr: PK-K | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
08701, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Merdian Acad-lakewood (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
150 Oberlin Avenue North
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 905-1228
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 905-1228
Gr: Inquire with school | 34 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public preschools are located in 08701, NJ?
2 public preschools are located in 08701, NJ.
What is the racial composition of students in 08701?
08701 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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