For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,094 students in 08610, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08610, NJ are Pace Charter School Of Hamilton, Albert E Grice Middle School and Grace A Dunn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 08610 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08610, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08610, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pace Charter School Of Hamilton
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
52 Lafayette Ave
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 599-1212
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 599-1212
Gr: K-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Albert E Grice Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
901 Whitehorse Hamilton Sq
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4152
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 631-4152
Gr: 6-8 | 959 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Grace A Dunn Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
401 Dayton Street
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-4700
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-4700
Gr: 7-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
08610, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Opportunities Fr All (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1733 S. Broad St.
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 392-5563
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 392-5563
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
White Horse School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
52 Lafayette Street
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-0223
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 656-0223
Gr: Inquire with school | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 08610, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08610, NJ include Pace Charter School Of Hamilton, Albert E Grice Middle School and Grace A Dunn Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08610?
3 public middle schools are located in 08610.
What is the racial composition of students in 08610?
08610 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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