For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,670 students in 08087, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08087, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08087 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08087, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08087, NJ Public Elementary Schools (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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08087, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08087, NJ include George J. Mitchell Elementary School, Tuckerton Elementary School and Frog Pond Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08087?
3 public elementary schools are located in 08087.
What is the racial composition of students in 08087?
08087 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% 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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