For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,100 students in 08889, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 08889 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08889, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08889, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holland Brook School
(Math: 64% | 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
Gr: 4-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Whitehouse School
(Math: 60-64% | 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
Gr: PK-3 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Readington Middle School
(Math: 51% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08889, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08889, NJ include Holland Brook School, Whitehouse School and Readington Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08889?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08889.
What is the racial composition of students in 08889?
08889 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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