Best 08205 New Jersey Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,446 students in 08205, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 442 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 08205, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).

The top-ranked public schools in 08205, NJ are Reeds Road Elementary School, Arthur Rann Elementary School and Smithville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 08205 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08205, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).