For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,325 students in 08083, NJ.
The top-ranked public schools in 08083, NJ are Somerdale Park School and Sterling High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08083 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08083, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08083, NJ Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Somerdale Park School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 Grace Street
Somerdale, NJ 08083
(856) 783-6261
Somerdale, NJ 08083
(856) 783-6261
Gr: PK-8 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Sterling High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 South Warwick Road
Somerdale, NJ 08083
(856) 784-1333
Somerdale, NJ 08083
(856) 784-1333
Gr: 9-12 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08083, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08083, NJ include Somerdale Park School and Sterling High School.
How many public schools are located in 08083?
2 public schools are located in 08083.
What is the racial composition of students in 08083?
08083 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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