For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 168 students in Newport, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Newport, NJ is Downe Township Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newport, NJ public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Newport have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Newport, NJ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Downe Township Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
220 Main St
Newport, NJ 08345
(856) 447-4673
Newport, NJ 08345
(856) 447-4673
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Newport, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Newport, NJ include Downe Township Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Newport?
1 public elementary schools are located in Newport.
What is the racial composition of students in Newport?
Newport public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% 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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