For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 415 students in 08690, NJ.
The top ranked public preschool in 08690, NJ is University Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08690 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08690, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08690, NJ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
University Heights Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
645 Paxson Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4167
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4167
Grades: PK-5
| 321 students
Rank: n/an/a
Joseph F. Cappello School
Special Education School
1072 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8485
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8485
Grades: PK-3
| 94 students
08690, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy/full-time Programs Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Vocational School
1085 Old Trenton Rd
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Grades: 9-12
| 178 students
Mcvs Performing Arts High School (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
1200 Old Trenton Rd
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-3550
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-3550
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 08690, NJ?
The top ranked public preschools in 08690, NJ include University Heights Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08690?
2 public preschools are located in 08690.
What is the racial composition of students in 08690?
08690 public preschools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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