For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 333 students in 08005, NJ.
Public preschools in zipcode 08005 have a diversity score of 0.52, which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 0.71.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08005, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
128 Barnegat Blvd
Barnegat, NJ 08005
(609) 698-5826
Barnegat, NJ 08005
(609) 698-5826
Gr: PK | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
08005, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
25 Birdsall Street
Barnegat, NJ 08005
(609) 698-5818
Barnegat, NJ 08005
(609) 698-5818
Gr: K-5 | 138 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08005, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08005, NJ include Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 08005?
1 public preschools are located in 08005.
What is the racial composition of students in 08005?
08005 public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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