For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,821 students in 08043, NJ (there are 14 private schools, serving 1,056 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 08043, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08043, NJ are Edward T. Hamilton, Signal Hill School and Kresson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08043 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08043, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08043, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edward T. Hamilton
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Boundary Lane
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 767-4888
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 767-4888
Gr: K-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Signal Hill School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
33 Signal Hill Drive
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 767-6749
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 767-6749
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Kresson School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7 School Lane
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 424-1816
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 424-1816
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Osage School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
112 Somerdale Road
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 428-2990
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 428-2990
Gr: K-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Voorhees Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 Holly Oak Dr
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 795-2025
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 795-2025
Gr: 6-8 | 979 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #66.
Eastern Camden County Regional High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1401 Laurel Oak Road
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 784-4441
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 784-4441
Gr: 9-12 | 1,847 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
08043, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Laurel Oak Rd
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 784-4441
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 784-4441
Gr: 9-10 | 1,025 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08043, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08043, NJ include Edward T. Hamilton, Signal Hill School and Kresson School.
How many public schools are located in 08043?
6 public schools are located in 08043.
What percentage of students in 08043 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 08043 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08043?
08043 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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