For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 707 students in 08690, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 08690, NJ are Alexander Elementary School and University Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08690 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08690, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08690, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20 Robert Frost Drive
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4148
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4148
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
University Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
645 Paxson Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4167
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4167
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Joseph F. Cappello School
Special Education School
1072 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8485
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8485
Gr: PK-3 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08690, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08690, NJ include Alexander Elementary School and University Heights Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08690?
3 public preschools are located in 08690.
What is the racial composition of students in 08690?
08690 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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