For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,729 students in 08837, NJ (there are , serving 416 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 08837, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08837, NJ are Edison Academy Magnet School, James Monroe Elementary School and Herbert Hoover Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08837 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08837, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08837, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edison Academy Magnet School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
100 Technology Drive
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2600
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
James Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7 Sharp Rd
Edison, NJ 08837
(848) 229-4716
Edison, NJ 08837
(848) 229-4716
Gr: K-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
174 Jackson Avenue
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2940
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2940
Gr: 6-8 | 1,031 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08837, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08837, NJ include Edison Academy Magnet School, James Monroe Elementary School and Herbert Hoover Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 08837?
3 public schools are located in 08837.
What percentage of students in 08837 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 08837 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08837?
08837 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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