For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,856 students in 08691, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08691, NJ are 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 middle schools in zipcode 08691 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08691, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08691, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 middle schools in 08691, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08691, NJ include Pond Road Middle School and Richard C Crockett Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08691?
2 public middle schools are located in 08691.
What is the racial composition of students in 08691?
08691 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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