For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 817 students in 08879, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 08879, NJ is South Amboy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08879 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08879, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08879, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Amboy Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
249 John Street
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 525-2118
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 525-2118
Gr: PK-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
150 Lincoln St.
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 952-8047
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 952-8047
Gr: PK | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08879, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08879, NJ include South Amboy Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08879?
2 public preschools are located in 08879.
What is the racial composition of students in 08879?
08879 public preschools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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