Best 08805 New Jersey Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,047 students in 08805, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08805, NJ are Smalley Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08805 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08805, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08805, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smalley Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
163 Cherry Avenue
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 652-7940
Gr: 4-6 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
60 West High Street
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 652-7933
Gr: 2-3 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
330 West Second Street
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 652-7934
Gr: PK-1 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08805, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08805, NJ include Smalley Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08805?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08805.
What is the racial composition of students in 08805?
08805 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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