For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 563 students in 08620, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 08620, NJ are Yardville Elementary School and Yardville Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08620 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08620, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08620, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yardville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
450 Yardville Allentown Rd
Trenton, NJ 08620
(609) 631-4170
Trenton, NJ 08620
(609) 631-4170
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Yardville Heights Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3880 South Broad Street
Trenton, NJ 08620
(609) 631-4171
Trenton, NJ 08620
(609) 631-4171
Gr: PK-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08620, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08620, NJ include Yardville Elementary School and Yardville Heights Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08620?
2 public preschools are located in 08620.
What is the racial composition of students in 08620?
08620 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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