For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 2,009 students in 08873, NJ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 08873, NJ are Thomas Edison Energysmart Charter School and Central Jersey College Prep Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 08873 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the New Jersey public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 45% statewide average). Charter schools in 08873, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public charter school average of 94% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 08873, NJ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Edison Energysmart Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
150 Pierce Street
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 412-7643
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 412-7643
Gr: K-12 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Central Jersey College Prep Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Mettlers Road
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 649-3954
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 649-3954
Gr: K-12 | 1,396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 08873, NJ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 08873, NJ include Thomas Edison Energysmart Charter School and Central Jersey College Prep Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 08873?
2 public charter schools are located in 08873.
What is the racial composition of students in 08873?
08873 public charter schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public charter schools average of 94% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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