Best 08736 New Jersey Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,392 students in 08736, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 296 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 08736, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).

The top-ranked public schools in 08736, NJ are Manasquan Elementary School and Manasquan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 08736 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08736, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.

Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).