For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 252 students in 08008, NJ.
The top ranked public schools in 08008, NJ are Beach Haven School and Long Beach Island Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08008 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08008, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08008, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beach Haven School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 North Beach Ave
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 492-7411
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 492-7411
Grades: PK-6
| 63 students
Rank: #22.
Long Beach Island Grade School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 20th Street
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 494-8851
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 494-8851
Grades: 3-6
| 91 students
Rank: n/an/a
200 S. Barnegat Avenue
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 494-2341
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 494-2341
Grades: PK-2
| 98 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08008, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08008, NJ include Beach Haven School and Long Beach Island Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 08008?
3 public schools are located in 08008.
What is the racial composition of students in 08008?
08008 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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