For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 877 students in 08260, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08260, NJ are Crest Memorial School, Margaret Mace Elementary School and Glenwood Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08260 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08260, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08260, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crest Memorial School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9100 Pacific Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1522
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1522
Gr: PK-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Margaret Mace Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Atlantic Avenue
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1454
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1454
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Glenwood & New York Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1630
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-1630
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Wildwood Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Pacific Ave
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Wildwood, NJ 08260
(609) 522-7922
Gr: 6-8 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08260, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08260, NJ include Crest Memorial School, Margaret Mace Elementary School and Glenwood Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08260?
4 public elementary schools are located in 08260.
What is the racial composition of students in 08260?
08260 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% 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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