For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 745 students in 08876, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 08876, NJ is Van Derveer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 08876 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08876, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08876, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Derveer Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
51 Union Avenue
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 218-4105
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 218-4105
Gr: PK-5 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08876, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08876, NJ include Van Derveer Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08876?
1 public preschools are located in 08876.
What is the racial composition of students in 08876?
08876 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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