For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,454 students in 08846, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08846, NJ are Hazelwood Elementary School, Watchung Elementary School and Parker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08846 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08846, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08846, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hazelwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Hazelwood Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Gr: PK-3 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Watchung Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Fisher Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Gr: K-3 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Parker Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
South Lincoln Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Gr: K-3 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Woodland Intermediate School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Fisher Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Gr: 4-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Von E. Mauger Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Fisher Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 317-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08846, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08846, NJ include Hazelwood Elementary School, Watchung Elementary School and Parker Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08846?
5 public elementary schools are located in 08846.
What is the racial composition of students in 08846?
08846 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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