For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,117 students in 08030, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 08030, NJ are Alice Costello Elementary School and Cold Springs School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 08030 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 08030, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08030, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alice Costello Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 Haakon Rd.
Gloucester City, NJ 08030
(856) 456-4039
Gloucester City, NJ 08030
(856) 456-4039
Gr: PK-8 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Cold Springs School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1194 Market Street
Gloucester City, NJ 08030
(856) 456-7000
Gloucester City, NJ 08030
(856) 456-7000
Gr: PK-3 | 854 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
08030, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
520 Cumberland Street
Gloucester City, NJ 08030
(856) 456-7000
Gloucester City, NJ 08030
(856) 456-7000
Gr: 4-6 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 08030, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 08030, NJ include Alice Costello Elementary School and Cold Springs School.
How many public preschools are located in 08030?
2 public preschools are located in 08030.
What is the racial composition of students in 08030?
08030 public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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