For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 726 students in 08079, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 08079, NJ are Mannington Township Elementary School and Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08079 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08079, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08079, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mannington Township Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
495 Route 45
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-1078
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-1078
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
967 Main St Canton
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-2707
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-2707
Gr: PK-8 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
183 Smith Street
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-4100
Salem, NJ 08079
(856) 935-4100
Gr: PK-2 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08079, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08079, NJ include Mannington Township Elementary School and Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08079?
3 public preschools are located in 08079.
What is the racial composition of students in 08079?
08079 public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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