For the 2026 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08837 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), 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 Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7 Sharp Rd
Edison, NJ 08837
(848) 229-4716
Edison, NJ 08837
(848) 229-4716
Gr: K-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
174 Jackson Avenue
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2940
Edison, NJ 08837
(732) 452-2940
Gr: 6-8 | 1,031 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
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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).
