For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,846 students in 08070, NJ.
The top-ranked public schools in 08070, NJ are Penn Beach Elementary School, Central Park Elementary School and Pennsville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08070 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08070, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08070, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penn Beach Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
96 Kansas Rd
Pennsville, NJ 08070
(856) 540-6200
Pennsville, NJ 08070
(856) 540-6200
Gr: 3-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Central Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
43 Oliver Ave
Pennsville, NJ 08070
(856) 540-6200
Pennsville, NJ 08070
(856) 540-6200
Gr: K-3 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Pennsville Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4 William Penn Avenue
Pennsville, NJ 08070
(856) 540-6200
Pennsville, NJ 08070
(856) 540-6200
Gr: 6-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Pennsville Memorial High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
110 S Broadway
Pennsville, NJ 08070
(856) 540-6200
Pennsville, NJ 08070
(856) 540-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
63 Mahoney Road
Pennsville, NJ 08070
(856) 540-6200
Pennsville, NJ 08070
(856) 540-6200
Gr: PK-1 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08070, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08070, NJ include Penn Beach Elementary School, Central Park Elementary School and Pennsville Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 08070?
5 public schools are located in 08070.
What is the racial composition of students in 08070?
08070 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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