For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,102 students in 08690, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 08690, NJ is Emily C. Reynolds Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 08690 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08690, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08690, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emily C. Reynolds Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2145 Yardville Hamilton Sq
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4162
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4162
Gr: 6-8 | 957 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Mercer Elementary School
Special Education School
1020 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 570-1120
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 570-1120
Gr: 2-8 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
08690, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy/full-time Programs Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Vocational School
1085 Old Trenton Rd
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Gr: 9-12 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Mcvs Performing Arts High School (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
1200 Old Trenton Rd
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-3550
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-3550
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 08690, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08690, NJ include Emily C. Reynolds Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08690?
2 public middle schools are located in 08690.
What is the racial composition of students in 08690?
08690 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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