For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 576 students in 08065, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08065, NJ are Charles Street School and Palmyra Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08065 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08065, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08065, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles Street School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 W Charles Street
Palmyra, NJ 08065
(856) 786-9300
Palmyra, NJ 08065
(856) 786-9300
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Palmyra Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
311 W 5th Street
Palmyra, NJ 08065
(856) 786-9300
Palmyra, NJ 08065
(856) 786-9300
Gr: 6-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08065, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08065, NJ include Charles Street School and Palmyra Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08065?
2 public elementary schools are located in 08065.
What is the racial composition of students in 08065?
08065 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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