For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 333 students in 08005, NJ.
Public preschools in zipcode 08005 have a diversity score of 0.52, which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 0.71.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08005, NJ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
128 Barnegat Blvd
Barnegat, NJ 08005
(609) 698-5826
Barnegat, NJ 08005
(609) 698-5826
Grades: PK
| 333 students
08005, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
25 Birdsall Street
Barnegat, NJ 08005
(609) 698-5818
Barnegat, NJ 08005
(609) 698-5818
Grades: K-5
| 138 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 08005, NJ?
The top ranked public preschools in 08005, NJ include Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08005?
1 public preschools are located in 08005.
What is the racial composition of students in 08005?
08005 public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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