For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,100 students in 08889, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 195 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 08889, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08889, NJ are Holland Brook School, Whitehouse School and Readington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08889 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08889, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08889, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Holland Brook School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
52 Readington Road
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
(908) 823-0454
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
(908) 823-0454
Grades: 4-5
| 302 students
Rank: #22.
Whitehouse School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
50 Whitehouse Ave
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
(908) 534-4411
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
(908) 534-4411
Grades: PK-3
| 312 students
Rank: #33.
Readington Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
48 Readington Rd
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
(908) 534-2113
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
(908) 534-2113
Grades: 6-8
| 486 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08889, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08889, NJ include Holland Brook School, Whitehouse School and Readington Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 08889?
3 public schools are located in 08889.
What percentage of students in 08889 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 08889 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08889?
08889 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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