For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,392 students in 08736, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 296 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 08736, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08736, NJ are Manasquan Elementary School and Manasquan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08736 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08736, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08736, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manasquan Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
168 Broad Street
Manasquan, NJ 08736
(732) 528-8810
Manasquan, NJ 08736
(732) 528-8810
Gr: PK-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Manasquan High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
167 Broad Street
Manasquan, NJ 08736
(732) 528-8820
Manasquan, NJ 08736
(732) 528-8820
Gr: 9-12 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08736, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08736, NJ include Manasquan Elementary School and Manasquan High School.
How many public schools are located in 08736?
2 public schools are located in 08736.
What percentage of students in 08736 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 08736 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08736?
08736 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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