For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 576 students in Palmyra, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Palmyra, NJ are Charles Street School and Palmyra Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palmyra, NJ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Palmyra have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Palmyra, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Charles Street School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 W Charles Street
Palmyra, NJ 08065
(856) 786-9300
Palmyra, NJ 08065
(856) 786-9300
Grades: PK-5
| 394 students
Rank: #22.
Palmyra Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
311 W 5th Street
Palmyra, NJ 08065
(856) 786-9300
Palmyra, NJ 08065
(856) 786-9300
Grades: 6-8
| 182 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Palmyra, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Palmyra, NJ include Charles Street School and Palmyra Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Palmyra?
2 public elementary schools are located in Palmyra.
What is the racial composition of students in Palmyra?
Palmyra public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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