For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,615 students in 08734, NJ (there are 1 private school, serving 37 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 08734, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08734, NJ are Lanoka Harbor Elementary School, Cedar Creek Elementary School and Mill Pond Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08734 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08734, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08734, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lanoka Harbor Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
281 Manchester Ave
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-2090
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-2090
Gr: 1-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Cedar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
220 Western Blvd
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-5850
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-5850
Gr: 1-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Mill Pond Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
210 Western Blvd
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-2070
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-2070
Gr: PK-K | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Lacey Township High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
73 Haines Street
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-2020
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
(609) 971-2020
Gr: 9-12 | 1,119 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08734, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08734, NJ include Lanoka Harbor Elementary School, Cedar Creek Elementary School and Mill Pond Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08734?
4 public schools are located in 08734.
What percentage of students in 08734 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 08734 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08734?
08734 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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