For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,055 students in 08066, NJ (there are 1 private school, serving 209 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 08066, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08066, NJ are West Deptford Middle School, Loudenslager Elementary School and Paulsboro High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08066 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08066, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08066, NJ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Deptford Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
675 Grove Rd
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
(856) 848-1200
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
(856) 848-1200
Grades: 5-8
| 869 students
Rank: #22.
Loudenslager Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Baird Ave
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
(856) 423-2228
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
(856) 423-2228
Grades: 3-6
| 342 students
Rank: #33.
Paulsboro High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
670 N Delaware St
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
(856) 423-2222
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
(856) 423-2222
Grades: 9-12
| 359 students
Rank: #44.
Paulsboro Junior High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
670 N Delaware Street
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
(856) 423-2222
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
(856) 423-2222
Grades: 7-8
| 168 students
Rank: n/an/a
441 Nassau Ave
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
(856) 423-2226
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
(856) 423-2226
Grades: PK-2
| 317 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08066, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08066, NJ include West Deptford Middle School, Loudenslager Elementary School and Paulsboro High School.
How many public schools are located in 08066, NJ?
5 public schools are located in 08066, NJ.
What percentage of students in 08066, NJ go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 08066, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08066, NJ?
08066, NJ public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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