Best Schools in 08879, NJ
08879, NJ has a total of 15 schools including 3 high schools, 3 middle schools and 9 elementary schools. A total of 12,580 students attend 08879, NJ schools. On average, schools in 08879 score 29% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 30% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in 08879 meet expectations.
Best High Schools in 08879, NJ
08879, NJ has 3 high schools with 5,028 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in 08879 score 32% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 34% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in 08879 meet expectations.
1. Old Bridge High School
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Old Bridge Township School District • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 2707 Students
2. Sayreville War Memorial High School
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Sayreville School District • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1750 Students
3. South Amboy Middle/high School
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South Amboy School District • Public • Grades 6 - 12 • 571 Students
Best Middle Schools in 08879, NJ
08879, NJ has 3 middle schools with 3,560 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in 08879 score 27% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 26% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in 08879 meet expectations.
1. Carl Sandburg Middle School
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Old Bridge Township School District • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 981 Students
2. Sayreville Middle School
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Sayreville School District • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 1349 Students
3. William C. Mcginnis Middle School
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Perth Amboy Public School District • Public • Grades 5 - 8 • 1230 Students
Best Elementary Schools in 08879, NJ
08879, NJ has 9 elementary schools with 3,992 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in 08879 score 29% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 31% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in 08879 meet expectations.
1. Harry S. Truman Elementary School
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Sayreville School District • Public • Grades KG - 3 • 440 Students
2. Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School
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Sayreville School District • Public • Grades KG - 3 • 479 Students
3. Memorial Elementary School
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Old Bridge Township School District • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 417 Students
4. Samsel Upper Elementary School
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Sayreville School District • Public • Grades 4 - 5 • 838 Students
5. James A. Mcdivitt Elementary School
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Old Bridge Township School District • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 532 Students
6. Madison Park Elementary School
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Old Bridge Township School District • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 285 Students
7. Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School
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Old Bridge Township School District • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 196 Students
8. South Amboy Elementary
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South Amboy School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 580 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in 08879, NJ
Zip-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
08879, NJ has a total population of 23,322 with 23% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 90%, and 32% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in 08879, NJ
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood 08879, NJ.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
14.75 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
2.08 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
12.67 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in 08879, NJ.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for 08879, NJ.
ISP Report Card
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Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
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- Projected Test Scores: 31%
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- Projected Test Scores: 33%
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