For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 410 students in 08525, NJ.
The top ranked public school in 08525, NJ is Hopewell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08525 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08525, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08525, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hopewell Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35 Princeton Avenue
Hopewell, NJ 08525
(609) 737-4007
Hopewell, NJ 08525
(609) 737-4007
Grades: PK-5
| 410 students
Rank: n/an/a
Doves Rch
Alternative School
188 Lindbergh Road
Hopewell, NJ 08525
(609) 466-1685
Hopewell, NJ 08525
(609) 466-1685
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
08525, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Albert Elias Highfields (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
188 Lindberg Rd
Hopewell, NJ 08525
(609) 466-0740
Hopewell, NJ 08525
(609) 466-0740
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08525, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08525, NJ include Hopewell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08525?
2 public schools are located in 08525.
What is the racial composition of students in 08525?
08525 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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