For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 869 students in 08884, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08884, NJ are E Raymond Appleby Elementary School and Spotswood Memorial Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08884 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08884, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08884, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
23 Vliet Street
Spotswood, NJ 08884
(732) 723-2200
Spotswood, NJ 08884
(732) 723-2200
Gr: 2-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Spotswood Memorial Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
115 Summerhill Road
Spotswood, NJ 08884
(732) 723-2200
Spotswood, NJ 08884
(732) 723-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
80 Kane Avenue
Spotswood, NJ 08884
(732) 723-2200
Spotswood, NJ 08884
(732) 723-2200
Gr: PK-1 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08884, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08884, NJ include E Raymond Appleby Elementary School and Spotswood Memorial Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08884?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08884.
What is the racial composition of students in 08884?
08884 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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