For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 430 students in 08059, NJ.
The top ranked public schools in 08059, NJ are Raymond W. Kershaw School and Mary Bray Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08059 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08059, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08059, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raymond W. Kershaw School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
125 South Black Horse Pike
Mount Ephraim, NJ 08059
(856) 931-1634
Mount Ephraim, NJ 08059
(856) 931-1634
Gr: 6-8 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Mary Bray Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
225 West Kings Highway
Mount Ephraim, NJ 08059
(856) 931-7807
Mount Ephraim, NJ 08059
(856) 931-7807
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08059, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08059, NJ include Raymond W. Kershaw School and Mary Bray Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08059?
2 public schools are located in 08059.
What is the racial composition of students in 08059?
08059 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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