For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 405 students in 08002, NJ (there are , serving 1,376 private students). 23% of all K-12 students in 08002, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 08002, NJ is Joyce Kilmer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 08002 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08002, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08002, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joyce Kilmer Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Chapel Ave.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
(856) 667-3903
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
(856) 667-3903
Gr: K-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08002, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08002, NJ include Joyce Kilmer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08002?
1 public schools are located in 08002.
What percentage of students in 08002 go to public school?
23% of all K-12 students in 08002 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08002?
08002 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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