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Best 08831 New Jersey Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 7,508 students in 08831, NJ (there are 2 private schools, serving 121 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 08831, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 08831, NJ are Applegarth Elementary School, Oak Tree Elementary School and Monroe Township Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08831 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08831, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08831, NJ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Applegarth Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
227 Applegarth Rd
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(609) 655-0604
Gr: 4-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Oak Tree Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
226 Applegarth Road
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(609) 655-7642
Gr: PK-3 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Monroe Township Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1629 Perrineville Road
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-6042
Gr: 6-8 | 1,681 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Woodland School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
42 Harrison Ave
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 251-1177
Gr: 4-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Monroe Township High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
200 Schoolhouse Road
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-2882
Gr: 9-12 | 2,583 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Brookside Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
370 Buckelew Avenue
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-1101
Gr: 3-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #77.
Mill Lake
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
115 Monmouth Road
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 251-5336
Gr: PK-3 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #88.
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
28 Front Street
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-0400
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #99.
Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
13 Augusta St
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-0303
Gr: 6-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
Academy Learning Center
Special Education School
145 Pergola Avenue
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 605-9100
Gr: PK-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Barclay Brook School
358 Buckelew Avenue
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-1000
Gr: PK-2 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
New Jersey Training School
Alternative School
North State Home Ro
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 605-3907
Gr: 8-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 08831, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08831, NJ include Applegarth Elementary School, Oak Tree Elementary School and Monroe Township Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 08831?
12 public schools are located in 08831.
What percentage of students in 08831 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 08831 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08831?
08831 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

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