For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 479 students in 08406, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08406, NJ are Ventnor Elementary School and Ventnor Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08406 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08406, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08406, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ventnor Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 N Lafayette Avenue
Ventnor City, NJ 08406
(609) 487-7900
Ventnor City, NJ 08406
(609) 487-7900
Gr: PK-4 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Ventnor Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Ventnor Educational Community,
Ventnor City, NJ 08406
(609) 487-7900
Ventnor City, NJ 08406
(609) 487-7900
Gr: 5-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08406, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08406, NJ include Ventnor Elementary School and Ventnor Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08406?
2 public elementary schools are located in 08406.
What is the racial composition of students in 08406?
08406 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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