For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,306 students in 08731, NJ (there are , serving 204 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 08731, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08731, NJ are Forked River Elementary School and Lacey Township Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08731 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08731, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08731, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forked River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
110 Lacey Road
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 971-2080
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 971-2080
Gr: 1-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Lacey Township Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
660 Denton Avenue
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 242-2100
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 242-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08731, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08731, NJ include Forked River Elementary School and Lacey Township Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 08731?
3 public schools are located in 08731.
What percentage of students in 08731 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 08731 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08731?
08731 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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