For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 937 students in 08223, NJ (there are 1 private school, serving 151 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 08223, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public school in 08223, NJ is Upper Township Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08223 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08223, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08223, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Upper Township Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
50 Old Tuckahoe Rd
Marmora, NJ 08223
(609) 628-3500
Marmora, NJ 08223
(609) 628-3500
Gr: 3-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
130 Old Tuckahoe Rd
Marmora, NJ 08223
(609) 628-3500
Marmora, NJ 08223
(609) 628-3500
Gr: PK-2 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08223, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08223, NJ include Upper Township Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08223?
2 public schools are located in 08223.
What percentage of students in 08223 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 08223 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08223?
08223 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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