For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 626 students in 08087, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 08087, NJ is Tuckerton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08087 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08087, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08087, NJ Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tuckerton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Marine Street
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-2858
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-2858
Gr: PK-6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
950 Route 539
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-7131
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-7131
Gr: PK | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08087, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08087, NJ include Tuckerton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08087?
2 public preschools are located in 08087.
What is the racial composition of students in 08087?
08087 public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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