For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 175 students in Newport, NJ.
The top ranked public school in Newport, NJ is Downe Township Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newport, NJ public school have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Newport have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Newport, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Downe Township Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
220 Main St
Newport, NJ 08345
(856) 447-4673
Newport, NJ 08345
(856) 447-4673
Grades: PK-8
| 175 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Newport, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in Newport, NJ include Downe Township Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Newport?
1 public schools are located in Newport.
What is the racial composition of students in Newport?
Newport public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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