For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 904 students in 08734, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08734, NJ are Cedar Creek Elementary School and Lanoka Harbor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08734 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08734, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08734, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cedar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 Western Blvd
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-5850
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-5850
Grades: 1-5
| 440 students
Rank: #22.
Lanoka Harbor Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
281 Manchester Ave
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-2090
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-2090
Grades: 1-5
| 464 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 08734, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08734, NJ include Cedar Creek Elementary School and Lanoka Harbor Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08734?
2 public elementary schools are located in 08734.
What is the racial composition of students in 08734?
08734 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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