For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 271 students in 08226, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 08226, NJ is Ocean City Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 08226 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08226, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08226, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocean City Primary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
550 West Avenue
Ocean City, NJ 08226
(609) 399-3191
Ocean City, NJ 08226
(609) 399-3191
Gr: PK-3 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08226, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08226, NJ include Ocean City Primary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08226?
1 public preschools are located in 08226.
What is the racial composition of students in 08226?
08226 public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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