For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,380 students in 08759, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08759, NJ are Whiting Elementary School, Ridgeway Elementary School and Manchester Township Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08759 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08759, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08759, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whiting Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
412 Manchester Blvd
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 350-4994
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 350-4994
Grades: PK-5
| 275 students
Rank: #22.
Ridgeway Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2861 Ridgeway Rd
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 323-0800
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 323-0800
Grades: PK-5
| 491 students
Rank: #33.
Manchester Township Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2759 Ridgeway Rd
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 657-1717
Manchester Township, NJ 08759
(732) 657-1717
Grades: 6-8
| 614 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 08759, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08759, NJ include Whiting Elementary School, Ridgeway Elementary School and Manchester Township Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08759?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08759.
What is the racial composition of students in 08759?
08759 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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