For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 609 students in 08087, NJ.
The top ranked public preschool in 08087, NJ is Tuckerton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08087 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08087, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08087, NJ Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tuckerton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Marine Street
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-2858
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-2858
Gr: PK-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
950 Route 539
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-7131
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-7131
Gr: PK | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 08087, NJ?
The top ranked public preschools in 08087, NJ include Tuckerton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08087?
2 public preschools are located in 08087.
What is the racial composition of students in 08087?
08087 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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