For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,974 students in 08043, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08043, NJ are Edward T. Hamilton, Signal Hill School and Kresson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 08043 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 08043, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08043, NJ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edward T. Hamilton
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Boundary Lane
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 767-4888
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 767-4888
Gr: K-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Signal Hill School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
33 Signal Hill Drive
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 767-6749
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 767-6749
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Kresson School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7 School Lane
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 424-1816
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 424-1816
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Osage School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
112 Somerdale Road
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 428-2990
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 428-2990
Gr: K-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Voorhees Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 Holly Oak Dr
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 795-2025
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 795-2025
Gr: 6-8 | 979 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 08043, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 08043, NJ include Edward T. Hamilton, Signal Hill School and Kresson School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 08043?
5 public elementary schools are located in 08043.
What is the racial composition of students in 08043?
08043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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