For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 426 students in 08059, NJ.
The top-ranked public schools in 08059, NJ are Raymond W. Kershaw School and Mary Bray Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08059 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08059, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08059, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raymond W. Kershaw School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
125 South Black Horse Pike
Mount Ephraim, NJ 08059
(856) 931-1634
Mount Ephraim, NJ 08059
(856) 931-1634
Gr: 6-8 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Mary Bray Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
225 West Kings Highway
Mount Ephraim, NJ 08059
(856) 931-7807
Mount Ephraim, NJ 08059
(856) 931-7807
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08059, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08059, NJ include Raymond W. Kershaw School and Mary Bray Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08059?
2 public schools are located in 08059.
What is the racial composition of students in 08059?
08059 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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