For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,275 students in 08759, NJ.
The top-ranked public schools in 08759, NJ are Whiting Elementary School, Manchester Township Middle School and Ridgeway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08759 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08759, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08759, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whiting Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
412 Manchester Blvd
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 350-4994
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 350-4994
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Manchester Township Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2759 Ridgeway Rd
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 657-1717
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 657-1717
Gr: 6-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Ridgeway Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2861 Ridgeway Rd
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 323-0800
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 323-0800
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Manchester Township High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 Hawks Way
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 657-2121
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 657-2121
Gr: 9-12 | 947 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08759, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08759, NJ include Whiting Elementary School, Manchester Township Middle School and Ridgeway Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08759?
4 public schools are located in 08759.
What is the racial composition of students in 08759?
08759 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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