For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 958 students in 08051, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08051, NJ are Centre City Elementary School and J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08051 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08051, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08051, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Centre City Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 Columbus Dr
Mantua, NJ 08051
(856) 468-2100
Mantua, NJ 08051
(856) 468-2100
Grades: K-3
| 490 students
Rank: #22.
J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
393 Main St
Mantua, NJ 08051
(856) 468-0818
Mantua, NJ 08051
(856) 468-0818
Grades: 4-6
| 468 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 08051, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08051, NJ include Centre City Elementary School and J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08051?
2 public elementary schools are located in 08051.
What is the racial composition of students in 08051?
08051 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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