For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 807 students in 08805, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08805, NJ are Smalley Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08805 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08805, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08805, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smalley Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
163 Cherry Avenue
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 652-7940
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 652-7940
Gr: 3-6 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
60 West High Street
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 652-7933
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 652-7933
Gr: 1-2 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
08805, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cherry Ave
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 652-7940
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 652-7940
Gr: PK-8 | 1,267 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08805, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08805, NJ include Smalley Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08805?
2 public elementary schools are located in 08805.
What is the racial composition of students in 08805?
08805 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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