For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 594 students in 08879, NJ.
The top ranked public middle school in 08879, NJ is South Amboy Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 08879 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08879, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08879, NJ Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Amboy Middle/high School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 Governor Harold G Hoffman
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 316-7669
South Amboy, NJ 08879
(732) 316-7669
Gr: 6-12 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 08879, NJ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 08879, NJ include South Amboy Middle/high School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08879?
1 public middle schools are located in 08879.
What is the racial composition of students in 08879?
08879 public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles

10 Advantages of Public Education in 2025
Explore 10 key benefits of public education in 2025, with fresh statistics, expert insights, and real-world examples for parents and educators.

COVID-19鈥檚 Lasting Impact on U.S. 51爆料s (2025)
Explore how COVID-19 continues to affect U.S. public schools in 2025: learning losses, enrollment shifts, mental health, and recovery strategies.