For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,729 students in 08837, NJ (there are , serving 416 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 08837, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08837, NJ are Edison Academy Magnet School, James Monroe Elementary School and Herbert Hoover Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08837 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08837, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08837, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edison Academy Magnet School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
100 Technology Drive
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2600
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
James Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7 Sharp Rd
Edison, NJ 08837
(848) 229-4716
Edison, NJ 08837
(848) 229-4716
Gr: K-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
174 Jackson Avenue
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2940
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2940
Gr: 6-8 | 1,031 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08837, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08837, NJ include Edison Academy Magnet School, James Monroe Elementary School and Herbert Hoover Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 08837?
3 public schools are located in 08837.
What percentage of students in 08837 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 08837 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08837?
08837 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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