For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,684 students in 08610, NJ (there are , serving 809 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 08610, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08610, NJ are Pace Charter School Of Hamilton, Robinson Elementary School and Mcgalliard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08610 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08610, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08610, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pace Charter School Of Hamilton
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
52 Lafayette Ave
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 599-1212
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 599-1212
Grades: K-8
| 454 students
Rank: #22.
Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
495 Gropp Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4163
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4163
Grades: K-5
| 374 students
Rank: #33.
Mcgalliard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Arena Drive
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4158
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4158
Grades: K-5
| 294 students
Rank: #44.
Albert E Grice Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
901 Whitehorse Hamilton Sq
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4152
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4152
Grades: 6-8
| 959 students
Rank: #55.
Kisthardt Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
215 Harcourt Drive
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4153
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4153
Grades: PK-5
| 239 students
Rank: #66.
George E. Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 Park Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4169
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4169
Grades: PK-5
| 509 students
Rank: #77.
Hamilton West-watson
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2720 South Clinton Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4168
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4168
Grades: 9-12
| 1,427 students
Rank: #88.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 William Street
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-4720
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-4720
Grades: K-3
| 400 students
Rank: #99.
Lalor Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25 Barnt Deklyn Road
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4156
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4156
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #1010.
Grace A Dunn Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
401 Dayton Street
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-4700
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-4700
Grades: 7-8
| 681 students
08610, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Opportunities Fr All (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1733 S. Broad St.
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 392-5563
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 392-5563
Grades: 6-12
| 14 students
White Horse School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
52 Lafayette Street
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-0223
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-0223
Grades: Inquire with school
| 90 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08610, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08610, NJ include Pace Charter School Of Hamilton, Robinson Elementary School and Mcgalliard Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08610?
10 public schools are located in 08610.
What percentage of students in 08610 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 08610 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08610?
08610 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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