For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 726 students in 08079, NJ.
The top ranked public preschools in 08079, NJ are Mannington Township Elementary School and Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08079 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08079, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08079, NJ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mannington Township Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
495 Route 45
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-1078
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-1078
Grades: PK-8
| 161 students
Rank: #22.
Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
967 Main St Canton
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-2707
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-2707
Grades: PK-8
| 173 students
Rank: n/an/a
183 Smith Street
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-4100
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-4100
Grades: PK-2
| 392 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 08079, NJ?
The top ranked public preschools in 08079, NJ include Mannington Township Elementary School and Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08079?
3 public preschools are located in 08079.
What is the racial composition of students in 08079?
08079 public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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