For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 734 students in 08876, NJ.
The top ranked public preschool in 08876, NJ is Van Derveer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 08876 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08876, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08876, NJ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Van Derveer Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
51 Union Avenue
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 218-4105
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 218-4105
Grades: PK-5
| 734 students
08876, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
580 Old York Rd
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 725-2828
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 725-2828
Grades: 3-5
| 328 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 08876, NJ?
The top ranked public preschools in 08876, NJ include Van Derveer Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08876?
1 public preschools are located in 08876.
What is the racial composition of students in 08876?
08876 public preschools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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