For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 396 students in 08872, NJ (there are , serving 333 private students). 54% of all K-12 students in 08872, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 08872, NJ is Woodrow Wilson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 08872 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08872, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08872, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
65 Dane Street
Sayreville, NJ 08872
(732) 525-5240
Sayreville, NJ 08872
(732) 525-5240
Gr: PK-3 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
08872, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Selover School (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
150 Lincoln St
Sayreville, NJ 08872
(732) 525-5533
Sayreville, NJ 08872
(732) 525-5533
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08872, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08872, NJ include Woodrow Wilson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08872?
1 public schools are located in 08872.
What percentage of students in 08872 go to public school?
54% of all K-12 students in 08872 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08872?
08872 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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