For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,540 students in 08879, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08879, NJ are Memorial Elementary School, South Amboy Middle/high School and South Amboy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08879 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08879, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08879, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11 Ely Ave
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 290-3876
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 290-3876
Grades: K-5
| 398 students
Rank: #22.
South Amboy Middle/high School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Governor Harold G Hoffman
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 316-7669
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 316-7669
Grades: 6-12
| 584 students
Rank: #33.
South Amboy Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
249 John Street
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 525-2118
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 525-2118
Grades: PK-5
| 558 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 08879, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08879, NJ include Memorial Elementary School, South Amboy Middle/high School and South Amboy Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08879, NJ?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08879, NJ.
What is the racial composition of students in 08879, NJ?
08879, NJ public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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