For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,454 students in 08846, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08846, NJ are Hazelwood Elementary School, Watchung Elementary School and Parker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08846 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08846, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08846, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hazelwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Hazelwood Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Gr: PK-3 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Watchung Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Fisher Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Gr: K-3 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Parker Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
South Lincoln Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Gr: K-3 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Woodland Intermediate School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Fisher Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Gr: 4-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Von E. Mauger Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Fisher Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 08846, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08846, NJ include Hazelwood Elementary School, Watchung Elementary School and Parker Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08846?
5 public elementary schools are located in 08846.
What is the racial composition of students in 08846?
08846 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% 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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