For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,673 students in 08812, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08812, NJ are Green Brook Middle School, Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School and John P. Faber Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08812 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08812, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08812, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Green Brook Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
132 Jefferson Avenue
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 968-1051
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 968-1051
Gr: 5-8 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
105 Andrew Street
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 968-1052
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 968-1052
Gr: PK-4 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
John P. Faber Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 High Street
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 400-5900
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 400-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Dunellen Avenue
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 400-5900
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 400-5900
Gr: 6-8 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08812, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08812, NJ include Green Brook Middle School, Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School and John P. Faber Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08812?
4 public elementary schools are located in 08812.
What is the racial composition of students in 08812?
08812 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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