For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,591 students in 07008, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 07008, NJ are Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School, Nathan Hale Elementary School and Columbus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 07008 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 07008, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07008, NJ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
83 Post Blvd
Carteret, NJ 07008
(732) 541-8960
Carteret, NJ 07008
(732) 541-8960
Gr: PK-4 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Nathan Hale Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
678 Roosevelt Avenue
Carteret, NJ 07008
(732) 541-8960
Carteret, NJ 07008
(732) 541-8960
Gr: PK-4 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Carteret Avenue
Carteret, NJ 07008
(732) 541-8960
Carteret, NJ 07008
(732) 541-8960
Gr: PK-4 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 07008, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 07008, NJ include Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School, Nathan Hale Elementary School and Columbus Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 07008?
3 public preschools are located in 07008.
What is the racial composition of students in 07008?
07008 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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