For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 326 students in 08402, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08402, NJ are Eugene A. Tighe Middle School and William H. Ross Iii School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08402 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08402, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08402, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eugene A. Tighe Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7804 Amherst Avenue
Margate City, NJ 08402
(609) 822-2353
Margate City, NJ 08402
(609) 822-2353
Gr: 5-8 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
William H. Ross Iii School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 N Haverford Avenue
Margate City, NJ 08402
(609) 822-2080
Margate City, NJ 08402
(609) 822-2080
Gr: PK-4 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08402, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08402, NJ include Eugene A. Tighe Middle School and William H. Ross Iii School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08402?
2 public elementary schools are located in 08402.
What is the racial composition of students in 08402?
08402 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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