For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,447 students in 08736, NJ (there are , serving 253 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 08736, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08736, NJ are Manasquan Elementary School and Manasquan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08736 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08736, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08736, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manasquan Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
168 Broad Street
Manasquan, NJ 08736
(732) 528-8810
Manasquan, NJ 08736
(732) 528-8810
Gr: PK-8 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Manasquan High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
167 Broad Street
Manasquan, NJ 08736
(732) 528-8820
Manasquan, NJ 08736
(732) 528-8820
Gr: 9-12 | 945 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08736, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08736, NJ include Manasquan Elementary School and Manasquan High School.
How many public schools are located in 08736?
2 public schools are located in 08736.
What percentage of students in 08736 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 08736 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08736?
08736 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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