Best 08097 New Jersey Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 248 students in 08097, NJ (there are 1 private school, serving 467 private students). 33% of all K-12 students in 08097, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public school in 08097, NJ is Woodbury Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 08097 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08097, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08097, NJ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodbury Heights Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
100 Academy Ave
Woodbury Heights, NJ 08097
(856) 848-2610
Gr: PK-6 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 08097, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08097, NJ include Woodbury Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08097?
1 public schools are located in 08097.
What percentage of students in 08097 go to public school?
33% of all K-12 students in 08097 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08097?
08097 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

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