For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,551 students in Tuckerton, NJ.
The top-ranked public schools in Tuckerton, NJ are George J. Mitchell Elementary School, Tuckerton Elementary School and Frog Pond Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tuckerton, NJ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Tuckerton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Tuckerton, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George J. Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
950 Route 539
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-7131
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-7131
Gr: K-2 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Tuckerton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Marine Street
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-2858
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-2858
Gr: PK-6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Frog Pond Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
305 Frog Pond Road
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-1719
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-1719
Gr: 3-6 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Pinelands Regional Jr. High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
590 Nugentown Road
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-3106
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-3106
Gr: 7-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Pinelands Regional High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
565 Nugentown Road
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-3106
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-3106
Gr: 9-12 | 1,063 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
950 Route 539
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-7131
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-7131
Gr: PK | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Tuckerton, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in Tuckerton, NJ include George J. Mitchell Elementary School, Tuckerton Elementary School and Frog Pond Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Tuckerton?
6 public schools are located in Tuckerton.
What is the racial composition of students in Tuckerton?
Tuckerton public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Tuckerton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Tuckerton include: Frog Pond Elementary School vs. George J. Mitchell Elementary School, Tuckerton Elementary School vs. George J. Mitchell Elementary School, George J. Mitchell Elementary School vs. Frog Pond Elementary School
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