For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,958 students in 08221, NJ (there are 1 private school, serving 113 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 08221, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08221, NJ are Belhaven Middle School, Seaview Elementary School and Mainland Regional High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08221 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08221, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08221, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Belhaven Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
51 Belhaven Avenue
Linwood, NJ 08221
(609) 926-6700
Linwood, NJ 08221
(609) 926-6700
Grades: 5-8
| 356 students
Rank: #22.
Seaview Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2015 Wabash Ave
Linwood, NJ 08221
(609) 926-6700
Linwood, NJ 08221
(609) 926-6700
Grades: PK-4
| 431 students
Rank: #33.
Mainland Regional High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Oak Avenue
Linwood, NJ 08221
(609) 927-4151
Linwood, NJ 08221
(609) 927-4151
Grades: 9-12
| 1,171 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08221, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08221, NJ include Belhaven Middle School, Seaview Elementary School and Mainland Regional High School.
How many public schools are located in 08221?
3 public schools are located in 08221.
What percentage of students in 08221 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 08221 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08221?
08221 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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