For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 584 students in 08827, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08827, NJ are Union Township Elementary School, Union Township Middle School and Hampton Borough School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08827 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08827, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08827, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Township Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
149 Perryville Road
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 735-5511
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 735-5511
Grades: PK-3
| 220 students
Rank: #22.
Union Township Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
165 Perryville Road
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 735-5511
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 735-5511
Grades: 4-8
| 253 students
Rank: #33.
Hampton Borough School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
32 41 South Street
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 537-4101
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 537-4101
Grades: PK-5
| 111 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 08827, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08827, NJ include Union Township Elementary School, Union Township Middle School and Hampton Borough School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08827?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08827.
What is the racial composition of students in 08827?
08827 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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