Best 08882 New Jersey Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 524 students in 08882, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 08882, NJ is South River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 08882 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08882, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08882, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South River Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3 Montgomery Street
South River, NJ 08882
(732) 613-4073
Gr: 6-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 56%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 08882, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08882, NJ include South River Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08882?
1 public middle schools are located in 08882.
What is the racial composition of students in 08882?
08882 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).

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