For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 770 students in 07738, NJ (there are 5 private schools, serving 2,025 private students). 27% of all K-12 students in 07738, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 07738, NJ are High Technology High School and Lincroft Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07738 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07738, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07738, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High Technology High School
Vocational School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
765 Newman Springs Road
Lincroft, NJ 07738
(732) 842-8444
Lincroft, NJ 07738
(732) 842-8444
Gr: 9-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Lincroft Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
729 Newman Springs Road
Lincroft, NJ 07738
(732) 741-5838
Lincroft, NJ 07738
(732) 741-5838
Gr: K-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 07738, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 07738, NJ include High Technology High School and Lincroft Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 07738?
2 public schools are located in 07738.
What percentage of students in 07738 go to public school?
27% of all K-12 students in 07738 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07738?
07738 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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