For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 806 students in 08850, NJ (there are , serving 421 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 08850, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08850, NJ are Parkview School and Joyce Kilmer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08850 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08850, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08850, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkview School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
80 Violet Terrace
Milltown, NJ 08850
(732) 214-2360
Milltown, NJ 08850
(732) 214-2360
Grades: PK-3
| 370 students
Rank: #22.
Joyce Kilmer School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21 West Church Street
Milltown, NJ 08850
(732) 214-2370
Milltown, NJ 08850
(732) 214-2370
Grades: 4-8
| 436 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08850, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08850, NJ include Parkview School and Joyce Kilmer School.
How many public schools are located in 08850?
2 public schools are located in 08850.
What percentage of students in 08850 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 08850 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08850?
08850 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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