For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,182 students in 07882, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 96 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 07882, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07882, NJ are Brass Castle School, Franklin Township School and Port Colden School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07882 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07882, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07882, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brass Castle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16 Castle Street
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-1188
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-1188
Gr: 4-6 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Township School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
52 Asbury Broadway Road
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-2958
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-2958
Gr: PK-6 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Port Colden School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
30 Port Colden Road
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0681
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0681
Gr: 1-3 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Warren Hills Regional High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
41 Jackson Valley Road
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-3050
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-3050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,050 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Warren Hills Regional Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
64 66 Carlton Avenue
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0750
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0750
Gr: 7-8 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Washington Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 West Stewart Street
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0241
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0241
Gr: 3-6 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Warren County Vocational Technical School
Vocational School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Route 57
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0122
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0122
Gr: 9-12 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
16 24 Taylor Street
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0091
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0091
Gr: PK-2 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07882, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07882, NJ include Brass Castle School, Franklin Township School and Port Colden School.
How many public schools are located in 07882?
8 public schools are located in 07882.
What percentage of students in 07882 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 07882 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07882?
07882 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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