For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,344 students in 08690, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 746 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 08690, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08690, NJ are Mcvs Assunpink Center, Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy and Hamilton East - Steinert. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08690 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 08690, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08690, NJ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcvs Assunpink Center
Vocational School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 90-94% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1085 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Grades: 9-12
| 50 students
Rank: #22.
Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy
Vocational School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1085 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 586-5144
Grades: 9-12
| 114 students
Rank: #33.
Hamilton East - Steinert
(Math: 27% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2900 Klockner Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4150
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4150
Grades: 9-12
| 1,447 students
Rank: #44.
Emily C. Reynolds Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2145 Yardville Hamilton Sq
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4162
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4162
Grades: 6-8
| 914 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Langtree Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2080 Whatley Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4157
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4157
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Sayen Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3333 Nottingham Way
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4164
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4164
Grades: K-5
| 260 students
Rank: #77.
University Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
645 Paxson Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4167
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4167
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Rank: #88.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 Robert Frost Drive
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4148
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 631-4148
Grades: K-5
| 351 students
Rank: n/an/a
Joseph F. Cappello School
Special Education School
1072 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8485
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8485
Grades: PK-2
| 100 students
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
Grades: K-8
| 159 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mercer High School
Special Education School
1030 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8450
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8450
Grades: 9-12
| 220 students
Rank: n/an/a
Regional Day School
Special Education School
1070 Old Trenton Road
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8456
Trenton, NJ 08690
(609) 588-8456
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
08690, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 178 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08690, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08690, NJ include Mcvs Assunpink Center, Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy and Hamilton East - Steinert.
How many public schools are located in 08690, NJ?
12 public schools are located in 08690, NJ.
What percentage of students in 08690, NJ go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 08690, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08690, NJ?
08690, NJ public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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