For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,454 students in Middlesex, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Middlesex, NJ are Hazelwood Elementary School, Watchung Elementary School and Parker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Middlesex, NJ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Middlesex have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Middlesex, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hazelwood Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Hazelwood Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Grades: PK-3
| 225 students
Rank: #22.
Watchung Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Fisher Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Grades: K-3
| 210 students
Rank: #33.
Parker Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
South Lincoln Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Grades: K-3
| 181 students
Rank: #44.
Woodland Intermediate School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Fisher Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Grades: 4-5
| 336 students
Rank: #55.
Von E. Mauger Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Fisher Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Grades: 6-8
| 502 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Middlesex, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Middlesex, NJ include Hazelwood Elementary School, Watchung Elementary School and Parker Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Middlesex?
5 public elementary schools are located in Middlesex.
What is the racial composition of students in Middlesex?
Middlesex public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Middlesex are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Middlesex include: Hazelwood Elementary School vs. Watchung Elementary School, Watchung Elementary School vs. Parker Elementary School, Watchung Elementary School vs. Hazelwood Elementary School
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