For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 1,090 students in 08608, NJ (there are , serving 178 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 08608, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 08608, NJ is Foundation Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 08608 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08608, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08608, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Foundation Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
363 West State Street
Trenton, NJ 08608
(609) 920-9200
Trenton, NJ 08608
(609) 920-9200
Grades: K-12
| 1,090 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08608, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08608, NJ include Foundation Academy Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 08608?
1 public schools are located in 08608.
What percentage of students in 08608 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 08608 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08608?
08608 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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