Best 08530 New Jersey Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 783 students in 08530, NJ.
The top-ranked public school in 08530, NJ is South Hunterdon Regional High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08530 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08530, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08530, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Hunterdon Regional High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
301 Mt Airy Harbourton Rd
Lambertville, NJ 08530
(609) 397-2060
Gr: 7-12 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
200 N. Main St
Lambertville, NJ 08530
(609) 397-0819
Gr: PK-4 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
West Amwell School
1417 Nj-179
Lambertville, NJ 08530
(609) 397-0183
Gr: 5-6 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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08530, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1422 State Hwy 179
Lambertville, NJ 08530
(609) 397-2575
Gr: K-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 08530, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08530, NJ include South Hunterdon Regional High School.
How many public schools are located in 08530?
3 public schools are located in 08530.
What is the racial composition of students in 08530?
08530 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

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