For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,861 students in 08691, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08691, NJ are Sharon School, Pond Road Middle School and Richard C Crockett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08691 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08691, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08691, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sharon School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
234 Sharon Road
Trenton, NJ 08691
(609) 632-0960
Trenton, NJ 08691
(609) 632-0960
Gr: PK-4 | 1,005 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Pond Road Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
150 Pond Road
Trenton, NJ 08691
(609) 632-0940
Trenton, NJ 08691
(609) 632-0940
Gr: 5-8 | 1,022 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Richard C Crockett Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2631 Kuser Road
Trenton, NJ 08691
(609) 631-4149
Trenton, NJ 08691
(609) 631-4149
Gr: 6-8 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08691, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08691, NJ include Sharon School, Pond Road Middle School and Richard C Crockett Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08691?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08691.
What is the racial composition of students in 08691?
08691 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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