For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 270 students in 08609, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 08609, NJ is Greenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 08609 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08609, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08609, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2069 Greenwood Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 631-4151
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 631-4151
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08609, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08609, NJ include Greenwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08609?
1 public preschools are located in 08609.
What is the racial composition of students in 08609?
08609 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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