For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 281 students in 07980, NJ (there are , serving 198 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 07980, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 07980, NJ is Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 07980 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07980, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07980, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
90 Central Avenue
Stirling, NJ 07980
(908) 647-2311
Stirling, NJ 07980
(908) 647-2311
Grades: 6-8
| 281 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 07980, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 07980, NJ include Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 07980?
1 public schools are located in 07980.
What percentage of students in 07980 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 07980 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 07980?
07980 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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