For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,554 students in 08837, NJ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08837, NJ are James Monroe Elementary School and Herbert Hoover Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 08837 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08837, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08837, NJ ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7 Sharp Rd
Edison, NJ 08837
(848) 229-4716
Edison, NJ 08837
(848) 229-4716
Grades: K-5
| 523 students
Rank: #22.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
174 Jackson Avenue
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2940
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2940
Grades: 6-8
| 1,031 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 08837, NJ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 08837, NJ include James Monroe Elementary School and Herbert Hoover Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08837?
2 public elementary schools are located in 08837.
What is the racial composition of students in 08837?
08837 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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