Best Public Schools in Zip Code 08857


Summary:

The 08857 zip code area in New Jersey is home to 10 schools, all part of the Old Bridge Township School District. The schools serve students from elementary through middle school, with 8 elementary schools and 2 middle schools. While the district as a whole is ranked 237 out of 615 in New Jersey, several standout schools in the 08857 area are performing exceptionally well.

The top-performing schools in the area include Raymond E. Voorhees Elementary School, which ranks 264 out of 1,342 elementary schools in the state and has a 4-star rating, as well as Southwood Elementary School and Alan B. Shepard Elementary School, both of which also have 4-star ratings. These schools stand out for their strong test scores, with a majority of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

However, the data also reveals some areas for improvement across the 08857 schools. While elementary schools generally perform well, there is a noticeable dip in 8th grade Mathematics and Science proficiency, suggesting a need for better preparation for the academic rigor of middle school. Additionally, there appears to be a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with the schools serving the highest percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tending to have lower test scores and rankings. By identifying and sharing best practices across the district, the schools in the 08857 zip code can work to ensure that all students have access to a high-quality education and the resources they need to succeed.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Jersey Department of Education.

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