For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,032 students in 08501, NJ (there are , serving 198 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 08501, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 08501, NJ are Newell Elementary School, Stonebridge Middle School and Allentown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08501 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08501, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08501, NJ 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27 High Street
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Gr: PK-4 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Stonebridge Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1252 Yardville-allentown Road
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Gr: 5-8 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Allentown High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
27 High Street
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292
Gr: 9-12 | 1,043 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 08501, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in 08501, NJ include Newell Elementary School, Stonebridge Middle School and Allentown High School.
How many public schools are located in 08501?
3 public schools are located in 08501.
What percentage of students in 08501 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 08501 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08501?
08501 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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